What is a .LWCX file?
A .LWCX file is a type of document known as a Legacy Charting Chart. This file is specifically used to create and store family tree wall charts. It is generated by a program called Legacy Charting, which is part of the Legacy Family Tree software suite. The content inside an LWCX file is structured in XML format, which means it uses a standard text-based format to represent the data. This data includes details about the format of the chart, the family tree information it displays, and other related metadata.
Typically, these .LWCX files are produced by using data imported from Legacy Family Tree database files, which have the .FDB extension. This means that the family tree data stored in .FDB files can be visually represented in charts through the .LWCX files.
To open and view the contents of an LWCX file, you can use several different programs: 1. **Legacy Charting** - This is the primary software designed to create and manage LWCX files. It allows users to edit and format their family tree charts. 2. **Text Editors** - Because LWCX files are in XML format, they can also be opened using any basic text editor. This includes: - **Microsoft Notepad** - A simple text editor included with Windows operating systems. - **Apple TextEdit** - A basic text editor included with macOS. - **Vim** - An advanced text editor that can be used by more experienced computer users. - Other general text editors available on different operating systems.
Using text editors allows you to view and edit the raw XML data, but to properly manage and visualize the family tree charts as intended, using Legacy Charting software is recommended.
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