Convert VWX to IGS

File Extension VWX
Full Name VectorWorks Design Format

Files with the .VWX extension contain a two or three-dimensional image - a drawing or 3D model -created in Vectorworks CAD in versions 2008 and newer. Earlier versions of the software do not support this file format.

File Extension IGS
Full Name IGES ASCII CAD Format

The .igs file extension stands for IGES drawing file. This is a special type of 2D/3D vector graphic file which is based on the Initial Graphics Exchange Specification. This file is not vendor specific and thus allows more software to put it as their standard output format for the 2D and 3D models.

What is file format conversion?

File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "VWX") to another (referred to as "IGS"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, VWX file may be incompatible with the software or device we want to use to open or edit it. In such cases, converting the file from format VWX to format IGS becomes essential.

So, how can we perform VWX to IGS file conversion? Fortunately, there are many tools and computer programs available that enable file format conversion. These tools work by reading the data from the file in format VWX and transforming it into format IGS. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of VWX to IGS converters.

Conversion from VWX to IGS

VWX to IGS

How to convert the VWX file to IGS?

If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of VWX to IGS. Handling all the programs is usually very intuitive and is based on the same pattern of conduct. We will briefly discuss a few steps that you always need to go through while changing the format of the VWX file:

  • Please indicate on your computer the source file VWX, the format of which you are going to change
  • Load the VWX file to the application
  • Select the output format of the IGS file (the one that we want to achieve)
  • Select the location to save the output file IGS on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
  • Confirm conversion
  • Wait for a moment
  • Enjoy the converted IGS file that can be found in the location selected in step 4
Other conversions
from the VWX format:
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I cannot see the file extensions. What should I do?

File extensions are not normally displayed to users. To change this, go to Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization and Folder Options. Next, select the View and find the option "Hide extensions for known file types". The option should be deselected (cleared) and confirmed with OK.