A3W File Extension

The A3W file extension was created by Adobe and is also known as the Authorware 3 Windows File. A3W is classified as a Data Files and This File type categories under Zip, Text, Binary and XML, however, the format of this file format has not been determined yet. You can open A3W files in Adobe Authorware program.

Authorware 3 Windows File Type

Authorware 3 Windows File Type
Extension .a3w
Developer Adobe
Popularity 5.0 (8 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program Adobe Authorware
Category Data Files
Format Binary
Updated 7/1/2025

What is a A3W File Type?

It was the last version developed by Macromedia before it was acquired by Adobe Systems.

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A3W Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Authorware 3 Windows File .A3W File Extensions while opening the .A3W files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open A3W Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Authorware 3 Windows File on your system such as Adobe Authorware.
  2. Associate default Adobe Adobe Authorware program for *.a3w (Authorware 3 Windows File) files.

    Associate A3W Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.A3W (e.g example.a3w) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Adobe Adobe Authorware program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .a3w files.

    Associate A3W Default Program on MacOs
    1. Click *.A3W (e.g example.a3w) file and click information -> Open With.
    2. In the programs list, click Adobe Adobe Authorware program Or other appropriate program that you want.
    3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
    4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .Adobe Authorware extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

All Platform Software Programs for A3W File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the A3W files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open A3W File on Windows

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Adobe Authorware image. Adobe Authorware 7 for Windows Commercial Adobe
AutoIt image. AutoIt 000 for Windows Free AutoIt

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen A3W File on Mac OS

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Adobe Authorware image. Adobe Authorware 7 for MacOs Commercial Adobe

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About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

A3W file extension icon image.About A3W - Authorware 3 Windows File

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Updated 7/1/2025