Visio Web Drawing Instance
General Information
| Title | VWI File Extension |
| Extension | .vwi |
| Full Form | Visio Web Drawing Instance |
| File Type | XML Drawing File |
| Developer | Microsoft Corporation |
| MIME Type | application/vnd.ms-visio.viewer |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store data |
| Additional Functions | Reference web drawing |
| Features | XML-based, Referential |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Indirectly |
Use Cases
| Business Diagrams | Yes |
| Flowcharts | Yes |
| Web Publishing | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | XML vulnerabilities |
| Best Practices | Update software, Validate XML |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Tied to Visio Version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .vsd, .vdx, .vsdx |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Visio |
Commercial | Windows |
 Internet Explorer |
Free | Windows |