Drawing Lock File
A DWL file locks drawings opened in TurboCAD. It prevents simultaneous access to avoid corruption. TurboCAD makes DWL files when drawings open. DWL files delete automatically when drawings close. We...
General Information
| Title | DWL File Extension |
| Extension | .dwl |
| Full Form | Drawing Lock File |
| File Type | Lock File |
| Developer | Autodesk |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Lock drawing |
| Additional Functions | Prevent conflicts |
| Features | Temporary, Auto-generated |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Not applicable |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Drafting | Yes |
| Collaboration | Indirect |
| Version Control | No |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | None inherent |
| Best Practices | Regular cleanup |
Historical/Version Information
| Associated with | AutoCAD releases |
| Version Dependent | No |
Associated Types
| Primary Extension | .dwg |
| Similar Extensions | N/A |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 AutoCAD |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
 DraftSight |
Free, Paid versions | Windows, Mac, Linux |