Visio Workspace File
General Information
| Title | VSW File Extension |
| Extension | .vsw |
| Full Form | Visio Workspace File |
| File Type | Settings File |
| Developer | Microsoft Corporation |
| MIME Type | application/vnd.visio |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store workspace settings |
| Additional Functions | Preserve layout, toolbar positions |
| Features | User-specific customization |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Configuration dependent |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | With Visio |
Use Cases
| Diagram Customization | Yes |
| Process Mapping | Yes |
| Flowchart Design | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Backup, version control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Circa 1992 |
| Latest Version | Visio 2019 (as part of Office 365) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .vsd, .vsdx, .vst |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Visio |
Commercial | Windows |