OpenWith.org is a desktop tool that allows you to open any file type with ease. This includes files that are not typically opened with traditional software such as Windows Explorer or Finder. OpenWith.org is a great way to explore new file types and find files that you may have been missing. To use OpenWith.org, first open the program’s main window and click on the “Open With” button at the top of the window. This will take you to a list of available file types. From here, you can select the type of file you want to open by clicking on its name in the list. If you are not familiar with any of these file types, OpenWith.org has a helpful guide on its website which can help explain how to use the program properly. OpenWith.org is an easy way to explore newfile types and find files that you may have been missing!


Installation is basic following the install wizard but they try to sneak a program called PC Mighty Max (registry cleaning program) onto your system.  Make sure to uncheck the box next to the agreement unless you want to try it out.

After installed, Right-click on a file you’re not sure how to open and select OpenWith.org – How do I Open This from the context menu.

It will search for a suitable program and list them with a download link to download that application.

The download link usually points directly to the executable to download where you get the following screens.

If it is not able to find a suitable program from the OpenWith.org database you’re presented with options to search on the net.

Not every result produced a freeware application but there was at least a trial period or shareware solution, enough to get the document open.  This is a cool lightweight program that you may not have to use a lot, but is certainly handy when you do.

Download the OpenWith.org Desktop Tool