.HCW File

.hcw is HTML Help Workshop Conversion Wizard macro

Key Features: .HCW File Extension

Features	Description
File Extension	.hcw
Format	N/A
Created by	Microsoft Corporation
Category	Source code and script

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How to open:
How to convert:

What is an .HCW file?

The hcw file extension is associated with HTML Help Workshop, a utility for Microsoft Windows operating system, which enables users to create HTML help documents.

The hcw file stores macro used to automate processes in HTML Help Workshop.

How to open:

Use HTML Help Workshop to open *.hcw files.

How to convert:

As far as we know, this .hcw file type can't be converted to any other file format. This is usually the case of system, configuration, temporary, or data files containing data exclusive to only one software and used for its own purposes. Also some proprietary or closed file formats cannot be converted to more common file types in order to protect the intellectual property of the developer, which is for example the case of some DRM-protected multimedia files.

How to solve problems with HCW files

Associate the HCW file extension with the correct application. On :
Windows: Right click on any HCW file and then click "Open with" > "Choose another app". Now select another program and check the box "Always use this app to open *.HCW files". Mac: Right click (or Ctrl-click) the HCW file, then click "Open with" > "Other...". Then choose another program and check the "Always Open With" box. Linux: Right click on the file, and select "Open with" and choose another program. iPhone: Tap the file. If you do not see an app to open the file, then tap Share "Share" and choose an app. Alternatively, save the file. Then open the Files app Files app. There long-press on the file, then release your finger. You will see a black menu bar. Then tap "Share" and select an app. Android: Tap the Settings icon on your smartphone, then tap on the Apps section. There tap the Options icon in the top right-hand corner of the screen to change the default apps.
Update your software that should actually open .HCW is HTML Help Workshop Conversion Wizard macro. Because only the current version supports the latest HCW file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Microsoft Corporation manufacturer website after an available .HCW is HTML Help Workshop Conversion Wizard macro update.
To make sure that your HCW file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with antivirus software.