File Extension Library


.DWK File Extension

  • Developer by: Autodesk, Inc.
  • Category: 3d graphics, CAD-CAM-CAE Files

What are .DWK files and how to open them?

Can't open .DWK file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .DWK file.

What is a .DWK file extension?

.DWK file extension is created by Autodesk, Inc.. .DWK has been classified as 3d graphics, CAD-CAM-CAE Files.

.DWK is Autodesk AutoCAD locked DWG drawing

The dwk file extension is associated with the AutoCAD 2D and 3D CAD (computer-aided design) solution for Microsoft Windows and Mac OS X (macOS), developed by Autodesk.

The dwk file contains AutoCAD project stored in default AutoCAD DWG format, but protected against editing.


How to open:

Use AutoCAD to open .dwk locked files.

How to convert:

Compatible tools may be able to export *.dwk files to other formats.

How to fix problems with .DWK files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .DWK files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .DWK file format
  2. You need to check the .DWK file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)