What is a .VWI file?
A .VWI file is a type of file used with Microsoft Visio, a program designed for creating diagrams and technical illustrations. The "VWI" stands for Visio Workflow Interchange. This file format is specifically used to save workflow charts, which are visual representations of the steps or tasks in a business process.
The .VWI file is essentially an archive, similar to a zip file, that contains multiple files. Among these files are .XML files, which detail the sequence of actions in the workflow. This makes it useful for business analysts who need to design and share IT workflows, particularly between Microsoft Visio and Microsoft SharePoint Designer.
To work with .VWI files, you primarily use Microsoft Visio 2021. Here’s how you can manage these files in Visio: 1. **Exporting a VWI File from Visio:** - Open the workflow you want to save as a VWI file. - Go to the "Process" tab and find the "SharePoint Workflow" group. - Click on "Export" and select the Visio Workflow Interchange format to save your file.
2. **Importing a VWI File into SharePoint Designer:** - After exporting the VWI file from Visio, open SharePoint Designer. - Import the VWI file to work with the workflow in SharePoint Designer.
3. **Importing a VWI File Back into Visio:** - If you have a VWI file that was created in SharePoint Designer and you want to open it in Visio, start by opening Visio. - Click on "File" → "New." - Under "Template Categories," select "Flowchart." - Click on "Create" under "Microsoft SharePoint Workflow." - In the "Process" tab, find the "SharePoint Workflow" group and select "Import." - Finally, in the "Import Workflow" dialog box, click "Open" to load your VWI file.
Using these steps, you can effectively manage and interchange workflows between Microsoft Visio and SharePoint Designer, facilitating better collaboration and workflow management in business environments.
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