XWD File: What is it?

Researcher:   |   Revised: December 05, 2018

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XWD File Summary

Our most recent information indicates that XWD files are associated with only a single known file type, the X Windows Dump Image format, and can be viewed with the GIMP software package (developed by The GIMP Development Team). These files can be categorized as Raster Image Files.

File Extension XWD is supported by Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. These types of files can be found on both desktop and mobile devices. XWD files have a "Low" Popularity Rating; this means that they are not present on most devices.

If you would like to learn more about XWD files and the software that opens them, please see the additional detailed information below. Also, you can learn how to do some basic XWD file troubleshooting if you are having trouble opening these files.

Low
Popular
812
File Rank

/ 11690

Active

Importance

5

December

2018

Edited

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Known XWD Files


Chief XWD Description

.XWD
Formatting:.xwd
Category:X Windows Dump Image

The XWD file extension is principally associated with uncompressed bitmap image formed by the X Windows System which is a software that used to save screenshot or screen dump. There are numerous variations of XWD file format which depends on the category of graphics adapter the user has so, it may contain diverse amounts of colors depending on the abilities of the video card that used to take the images.

Created by: Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet
Division:Raster Image Files
Subkey: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.xwd

Software Programs That Open The X Windows Dump Image:


GIMP by The GIMP Development Team

Windows
Mac
Linux

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XWD Demand


Primary Browsers

Chrome (58.80%)
Firefox (11.05%)
Internet Explorer (9.04%)
Edge (8.46%)
Safari (3.87%)


Troubleshooting Problems Opening XWD Files


Troubles Opening XWD Files

Missing GIMP

You encounter an error message such as "%%os%% Can't Open XWD Files" when trying to open your XWD. If so, it typically means that you don't have GIMP installed for %%os%%. Your operating system cannot associate your XWD with GIMP, so double-clicking the file won't work.


Tip: When you have another program installed that you know will open your XWD, you can select it from the other programs listed (see "Show Apps").


Obsolete Version of GIMP

It is possible that your version of GIMP isn't able to open your X Windows Dump Image file due to incompatibility. Visit the The GIMP Development Team website to download (or purchase) the latest version of GIMP. This problem is most common when you have an older version of the software application, and your file was created by a newer version that it cannot recognize.


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


Regardless, most of the XWD file opening problems relate to not having the right version of GIMP installed.


Other XWD File Issues

Assuming you have the right GIMP version installed, other problems can prevent you from opening XWD files. If you are continuing to have errors with loading XWD files, other external issues might be to blame. These issues include:

  • Invalid XWD file references in the Windows Registry (the "phonebook" of the Windows Operating System)
  • Deletion of the XWD file description from the Registry by mistake
  • GIMP or another XWD application experienced a flawed installation
  • File corruption affecting your XWD file
  • Your XWD has adversely impacted by malware
  • XWD-related hardware has device drivers that obsolete
  • Too many applications are open on your PC to load your X Windows Dump Image file successfully

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