Files with nwd extension can be found as snapshots created in NavisWorks. These files are made from nwf format using the publish function.
Software that open nwd file
NWD file extension - NavisWorks snapshot
What is nwd file? How to open nwd files?
File type specification:
File extension nwd is probably best known for its use in NavisWorks software.
NaviWorks Publisher creates compressed and secure NavisWorks .nwd review files that are faithful to the original native 3D data from which they are created. These files are very small, as they compress the CAD data by up to 80% of the original size.
NWD format is essentially a snapshot of NWF format at the time of Publishing. It saves all the geometry, overrides, transforms, viewpoints, clash data, everything. Once saved, you can not go back to NWF.
To publish an NWD snapshot use the Output Tab → Publish → NWD.
NWD format is not backwards compatible, which means you cannot open newer version of an .nwd file in older NavisWorks program. However NavisWorks is able to save to two previous versions of the format.
Updated: November 21, 2023
The default software associated to open nwd file:
Company or developer:
Autodesk, Inc.
Autodesk NavisWorks is project review software for 3D coordination, 4D planning, photorealistic visualization, dynamic simulation, and accurate analysis. With Autodesk Navisworks project review software, you can collaborate, coordinate, and communicate more effectively to reduce problems during design and construction.
List of software applications associated to the .nwd file extension
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and possible program actions that can be done with the file: like open nwd file, edit nwd file, convert nwd file, view nwd file, play nwd file etc. (if exist software for corresponding action in File-Extensions.org's database).
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Software that open nwd file - NavisWorks snapshot
Programs supporting the exension nwd on the main platforms Windows, Mac, Linux or mobile. Click on the link to get more information about listed programs for open nwd file action.
Microsoft Windows:
Main software associated with nwd file by default:
Autodesk NavisWorks
Other suggested software:
JetStream Roamer
