DRW File Extension

DRW file extension is created by Corel, also known as Corel Drawing File. DRW has been classified as Vector Image Files. 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 DRW files in CorelDRAW Technical Suite 2020 program.

Corel Drawing File Type

Corel Drawing File Type

Extension	.drw
Developer	Corel
Popularity	Very Common Common Average Uncommon Rare 5.0 (44 Votes) Thank you for voting!Already voted, thanks!
Mime Type	application/drafting
Default Program	CorelDRAW Technical Suite 2020
Category	Vector Image Files
Format	Binary
Updated	12/1/2024

What is a DRW File Type?

The DRW format was used to save the drawings created by Micrografx Designer and Micrografx Windows Draw in the 1990s. It has been used in engineering, construction, and d' other related fields while Windows Draw has been used in the publication of content-related fields.

Micrografx was acquired by Corel in 2001 and renamed Designer in DESIGNER and l' integrated into CorelDRAW Technical Suite. Corel has integrated Windows Draw into CorelDRAW Graphics Suite.

CorelDRAW can still open DRW files, but not all formats are supported. For example, a drawing can be moved or removed when it is opened in CorelDRAW software.

Free online DRW Tools & Apps

We have also the free online .DRW (Corel Drawing File) file extension apps that can allow to view, edit, convert from to DRW, merge, split and compare the DRW files without installing anything on your system. Please click on the links to explore the complete list of details for each required feature.

DRW Files Common Issues

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

Can't Open DRW Files?

1. You must have supported software programs installed for Corel Drawing File on your system such as CorelDRAW Technical Suite 2020.
2. Associate default Coreldraw Technical Suite 2020 CorelDRAW Technical Suite 2020 program for *.drw (Corel Drawing File) files.
   
   

   Associate DRW Default Program on Windows

   1. Right-click a *.DRW (e.g example.drw) file and click Open With.
   2. In the Open with dialog box, click Coreldraw Technical Suite 2020 CorelDRAW Technical Suite 2020 program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
   3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .drw files.
   
   

   Associate DRW Default Program on MacOs

   1. Click *.DRW (e.g example.drw) file and click information -> Open With.
   2. In the programs list, click Coreldraw Technical Suite 2020 CorelDRAW Technical Suite 2020 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 .CorelDRAW Technical Suite 2020 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

Related DRW File Extensions

DRW default file extension is .DRW and other similer related extensions are:

All Platform Software Programs for DRW File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the DRW 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.

Open DRW File on Windows

	Software	License	Developer
	Apple AppleWorks 9 for Windows	Commercial	Apple
	ACD Systems Canvas X 2019 for Windows	Commercial	ACD Systems
	Corel CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2020 for Windows	Commercial	Corel
	CorelDRAW Technical Suite 2020 000 for Windows	Free Trial	CorelDRAW Technical Suite 2020
	Adobe FreeHand 11 for Windows	Commercial	Adobe
	Corel PaintShop Pro 2021 for Windows	Commercial	Corel
	Corel Presentations 2020 for Windows	Commercial	Corel
	Dassault Systemes SolidWorks 2019 for Windows	Commercial	Dassault Systemes

Open DRW File on Mac OS

	Software	License	Developer
	Apple AppleWorks 9 for MacOs	Commercial	Apple
	Corel CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2020 for MacOs	Commercial	Corel
	Adobe FreeHand 11 for MacOs	Commercial	Adobe
	Corel PaintShop Pro 2021 for MacOs	Commercial	Corel
	Dassault Systemes SolidWorks 2019 for MacOs	Commercial	Dassault Systemes

Open DRW file on Linux

	Software	License	Developer

Open DRW file on Web

	Software	License	Developer

Open DRW file on iOS

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Open DRW file on Android

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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.

About DRW - Corel Drawing File

Updated 12/1/2024

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