.PWD File Extension

PWD files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.

Type 1: Pocket Word Document

General Information

Title	PWD File Extension
Extension	.pwd
Full Form	Pocket Word Document
File Type	Document File
Developer	Microsoft
MIME Type	application/msword

File Function

Primary Function	Store text
Additional Functions	Formatting, Images
Features	Portable, Lightweight

File Characteristics

Quality	Depends on content
Supports Layers	No
Supports Transparency	No
Editable	Yes

Use Cases

Note Taking	Yes
Mobile Editing	Yes
Business Documents	Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks	Macro viruses
Best Practices	Scan for viruses, Update software

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release	2000
Associated With	Pocket PC, Windows CE

Associated Types

Similar Extensions

.doc, .docx, .txt

Software Compatibility

Software	Usage Policy	OS Compatibility
Microsoft Pocket Word	Part of Microsoft Office	Pocket PC, Windows
TextMaker	Paid	Windows, Linux, Android
PlanMaker	Paid	Windows, Linux, Android

Type 2: Solid Edge Weldment Document

General Information

Title	PWD File Extension
Extension	.pwd
Full Form	Solid Edge Weldment Document
File Type	CAD File
Developer	Siemens
MIME Type	application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function	3D weldment design
Additional Functions	Documentation, simulation
Features	3D modeling, Assembly management

File Characteristics

Quality	High precision
Supports Layers	Yes
Supports Transparency	Yes
Editable	Yes

Use Cases

Mechanical Engineering	Yes
Manufacturing	Yes
Construction	Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks	File corruption
Best Practices	Regular backups, Version control

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release	Data not available
Latest Version	Depends on Solid Edge version

Associated Types

Similar Extensions

.asm, .par, .psm

Software Compatibility

Software	Usage Policy	OS Compatibility
Solid Edge	Paid	Windows