The table below provides some useful information about the .chw extension. It answers questions such as:
- What is the .chw file?
- What program do I need to open a .chw file?
- Where can I find the specifications for .chw?
- How can I convert .chw file to another format?
We hope you find this page helpful and a valuable resource.
Details of extension .chw
1 extension(s) and 0 alias(es) found in database.
Problems with .chw files?
First check your registry for hidden errors!
| Extension: | .chw |
|---|---|
| Type: | Compiled HTML Help Index |
| Category: | Data |
| Mime type: | application/octet-stream |
| Description: | |
| CHW file is a Compiled HTML Help Index. HTML Help is the standard help system for the Windows platform. The HTML Help compiler (part of the HTML Help Workshop) makes it possible to compress HTML, graphic, and other files into a relatively small compiled help (.chm) file. | |
| [Detailed description] [Sample not yet available] | |
| Open with: | Microsoft Office Resource Kit |
| Program name: | |
| Related links: | |
| none | |
| Aliases: | |
| none | |
| Related extensions: | |
| chm | |
Recommended software for .chw files
Cannot open .chw files on your system?
When windows gives you an error message saying that it cannot open
.chw files, this means either:
- You need to identify a program that can open the file or
- Your registry may be damaged.
RECOMMENDED:
In both cases it is strongly recommended that you
run a free scan for registry errors.
