JW File Type

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JW File Summary

Most JW files can be viewed with four known software applications, typically Microsoft WordPad developed by Microsoft Corporation. It's main file type association is the Microsoft WordPad Document format, but also includes one other rarely-seen file types. JW files are traditionally categorized as Data Files.

We have found JW files on the Windows and Mac operating systems. They are both mobile and desktop device friendly. The Popularity Rating for JW files is "Low", which means these files are not ordinarily found on an everyday user's device.

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

Low
Popular
4829
Ranking

/ 11690

Active

Status

26

November

2018

Revised

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Sorts of JW Files

  2 known file types use this extension

Dominant JW File Type

.JW
File Name:.jw
Classification:Microsoft WordPad Document

A JW file is used by the older versions of Microsoft WordPad. It is the default document format of these older versions and also used by Microsoft Works 3 and 4, as well as a program called JustWrite.

Company: Microsoft Corporation
Division:Data Files
Registry Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.jw

Software Programs That Open The Microsoft WordPad Document:


Microsoft WordPad by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

Microsoft Works by Microsoft Corporation

Windows
Mac

JustWrite Office by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

More JW Files

.JW
File Name:.jw
Classification:Jigsaw Terminal Data

A JW file is a terminal data file used by Jigsaw, a component-based framework for delivering and displaying real-time data.

Company: Orchid Technology KK
Division:Data Files

Software Programs That Open Jigsaw Terminal Data Files:


Jigsaw Platform by Orchid Technology KK

Compatible with:

Windows

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JW Demand


Device Breakdown

Desktop (84.34%)
Mobile (14.29%)
Tablet (1.37%)


Understanding JW Issues


Troubles Opening JW Files

Microsoft WordPad Removed

When you double-click your JW 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 Microsoft WordPad isn't installed on your PC. The typical path of opening your JW with a double-click won't work because %%os%% cannot make the program connection.


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


Obsolete Version of Microsoft WordPad

Sometimes your installed version of Microsoft WordPad won't support your Microsoft WordPad Document file. If you do not have the proper version Microsoft WordPad (or any of the other programs listed above), you may need to try downloading a different version of it, or one of the other software applications listed above. Your Microsoft WordPad Document file was probably created by a newer release of Microsoft WordPad than what's currently installed your computer.


Tip: Investigate your JW file by right-clicking and selecting "Properties" to find clues on what version you need.


Primarily, problems experienced when opening JW files are due to having the incorrect version of Microsoft WordPad installed on your computer.


Additional JW Opening Issues

Errors opening Microsoft WordPad Document files can still occur even with the latest Microsoft WordPad software installed on your computer. Other JW opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of %%os%%. Problems unrelated to software:

  • JW file references in the Windows Registry are broken
  • Deletion of the JW file description from the Registry by mistake
  • Microsoft WordPad or another JW application experienced a flawed installation
  • Your JW file is corrupted (issues with your Microsoft WordPad Document file itself)
  • Your JW is infected with malware
  • Device drivers for JW-related hardware are out-of-date
  • Insufficient system resources to successfully open Microsoft WordPad Document files

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