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1. Download another program.

Different file extensions work with different programs, and it can be difficult to figure out which program opens which files. Here are a few programs that usually work with SDW files:

• Raw Signed DWord Data
• Lotue WordPro Drawing
• StarOffice Text
• SourceSafe Files in Shadow Directory
• OpenOffice.org Text Document
• Word Pro Graphic
• Amidraw Vector Image

You can download one of these programs from the software developer’s website.

2. Look at the file type.

The file type can sometimes tell you which program might open the file. If you have SDW files, they are most likely types of GIS Files. A program that works with GIS Files should open SDW files.

Don’t know the file type? You can find it by right-clicking the file and selecting “Properties” or “More Info.” The file type will be listed under “Type of File” or “Kind”.

3. Check with the software developer.

Try contacting the developer of one of the programs mentioned above. They can help you figure out why your SDW file won’t open. Some of the most common developers are listed below.

Software	Developer
Raw Signed DWord Data	32-bit
Lotue WordPro Drawing	PC Software Company
StarOffice Text	Sun
SourceSafe Files in Shadow Directory	PC Software Company
OpenOffice.org Text Document	OpenOffice.org
Word Pro Graphic	IBM
Amidraw Vector Image	PC Software Company

4. Install a universal file viewer.

Universal file viewers can open many different types of files, depending on the format. If your SDW file won’t open, try installing a universal file viewer like File Magic (Download). Some files aren’t compatible with universal file viewers. These files will only open in binary file format.

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