LWP File Extension

The LWP file extension was created by IBM and is also known as the Lotus Word Pro Document. LWP is classified as a Text 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 LWP files in Ability Office program.

Lotus Word Pro Document File Type

Lotus Word Pro Document File Type
Extension .lwp
Developer IBM
Popularity 5.0 (76 Votes)
Mime Type application/vnd.lotus-wordpro
Default Program Ability Office
Category Text Files
Format Binary
Updated 6/1/2025

What is a LWP File Type?

The LWP files can be opened with the free KeyView for Lotus application, which was developed by Verity.

Lotus is a subsidiary of IBM.

Free Online LWP Tools & Apps

Access powerful and secure free online LWP tools to convert, view, edit, merge, split, and compare LWP files — all without installing any software. Our tools support the .LWP (Lotus Word Pro Document) file extension and run smoothly in any modern browser.

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LWP Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Lotus Word Pro Document .LWP File Extensions while opening the .LWP files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open LWP Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Lotus Word Pro Document on your system such as Ability Office.
  2. Associate default Ability Ability Office program for *.lwp (Lotus Word Pro Document) files.

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

All Platform Software Programs for LWP File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the LWP 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 LWP File on Windows

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Ability Office image. Ability Office 6 for Windows Commercial Ability

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

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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.

LWP file extension icon image.About LWP - Lotus Word Pro Document

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Updated 6/1/2025