QW File: What is it?

Researcher:   |   Updated: November 15, 2018

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QW File Summary

Our most recent information indicates that QW files are associated with only a single known file type, the Write Program File format, and can be viewed with the Symantec Q&A software package (developed by Symantec Corporation). These files can be categorized as Uncommon Files.

The QW File Extension can be viewed on the DOS operating system. They are supported on both desktop and mobile devices. With a Popularity Rating of "Low", these files are not very common to your average computer user.

Interested to learn more about the QW File Extension? We encourage you to view the detailed file information below to learn about the software that opens QW files, and other troubleshooting tips.

Low
Universality
3745
Ranking

/ 11690

Active

State

15

November

2018

Updated

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QW Types


Principal QW Type

.QW
File ID:.qw
Class:Write Program File

Files having the QW file extensions are ordinarily related to Symantec Q&A, a software developed by Symantec Corporation. These files are usually identified as Write program files.

Author: Symantec Corporation
Group:Uncommon Files
Entry: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.qw

Software Programs That Open The Write Program File:


Symantec Q&A by Symantec Corporation

DOS

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QW Demand


Top Operating Systems

Windows (82.33%)
Android (11.56%)
iOS (3.43%)
Macintosh (1.71%)
Linux (0.60%)


Sources of QW Problems


Issues Opening QW Files

Missing Symantec Q&A

You encounter an error message such as "%%os%% Can't Open QW Files" when trying to open your QW. When this happens, it is commonly due to Symantec Q&A missing in %%os%%. You won't be able to double-click to open your QW because your OS doesn't know what to do with it.


Tip: If you know of another program that can open your QW file, you can try opening it by selecting the application from the programs listed.


Incorrect Symantec Q&A Version

Sometimes your installed version of Symantec Q&A won't support your Write Program File file. Download the latest Symantec Q&A version from the Symantec Corporation website to ensure you have the correct one installed. The primary cause of this problem is that your Write Program File file was created by a different (newer) version of Symantec Q&A than what's installed.


Tip: Right-clicking on your QW, then clicking "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), can provide clues about your file version.


Conclusion: The majority of QW file opening issues are due to not having the correct Symantec Q&A version installed.


More Causes of Problems Opening QWs

You can still experience errors opening QW files even with the latest version of Symantec Q&A installed on your PC. There can be external issues inside of %%os%% that are causing these errors when opening QWs. Issues that aren't software-related:

  • Corrupt Windows Registry file path references for QW
  • Mistaken removal of the Windows registry QW description
  • Defective install of a QW program, such as Symantec Q&A
  • Your QW can't be loaded properly (file corruption)
  • Your QW has adversely impacted by malware
  • Device drivers for QW-related hardware are out-of-date
  • Your PC doesn’t have enough available resources to open the Write Program File file

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