What is the SXW File Extension?

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SXW File Summary

File Extension SXW has only one distinct file type (StarOffice Writer Document format) and is mostly associated with Apache OpenOffice (Apache Software Foundation) and one other software programs. The SXW File Extension are listed predominantly as Text Files.

File Extension SXW is supported by Windows, Mac, and Android operating systems. These types of files can be found on both desktop and mobile devices. These files have a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning they are not very commonly observed on your average hard disk.

To learn more about SXW files and their associated software applications, please see the information below. Plus, we provide a basic troubleshooting guide to solve problems with opening SXW files.

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Kinds of SXW Files


Main SXW Affiliation

.SXW
File ID:.sxw
Category:StarOffice Writer Document

A word document created using StarOffice Writer (StarOffice suite word processor).

Created by: Oracle Corporation
Group:Text Files
Registry Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.sxw

Software Programs That Open The StarOffice Writer Document:


Apache OpenOffice by Apache Software Foundation

Windows
Mac
Android
Linux

LibreOffice by The Document Foundation

Windows
Mac
iOS
Linux

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SXW Demand


OS Ranking

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


Troubleshooting Problems Opening SXW Files


Troubles Opening SXW Files

Missing Apache OpenOffice

When you double-click your SXW file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". Generally, this is experienced in %%os%% because Apache OpenOffice isn't installed on your PC. The OS won't know what to do with your SXW file, so double-clicking to load the file doesn't work.


Tip: If you don't have Apache OpenOffice installed, and you know of another program to open your SXW file, you can try opening it by selecting from the programs listed under "Show Apps".


Wrong Version of Apache OpenOffice is Installed

Sometimes your installed version of Apache OpenOffice won't support your StarOffice Writer Document file. If you've got the wrong version of Apache OpenOffice installed, you'll need to install the correct version. This problem is predominately due to having a StarOffice Writer Document file version that was created by a newer version of Apache OpenOffice than what you have installed on your PC.


Tip: Find clues on the correct software version by right-clicking your SXW file and clicking "Properties".


Primarily, problems experienced when opening SXW files are due to having the incorrect version of Apache OpenOffice installed on your computer.


More Causes of Problems Opening SXWs

You can still experience errors opening SXW files even with the latest version of Apache OpenOffice installed on your PC. If you are still having problems opening SXW files, there may be other issues that are preventing you from opening these files. Other contributing causes:

  • Corrupt Windows Registry file path references for SXW
  • The SXW file description within the Windows Registry was removed
  • Partial installation of Apache OpenOffice that did not fully complete
  • File corruption affecting your SXW file
  • Your SXW has adversely impacted by malware
  • Hardware associated with SXW has outdated drivers
  • Windows cannot load your StarOffice Writer Document file due to insufficient resources (eg. RAM)

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