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.LWV File Extension

A .LWV file is a Linguistically Enhanced Sound File, created by Microsoft.

Open with Microsoft Agent (Discontinued) (Included with OS). Available for Windows.

What is a .LWV file?

The file extension .LWV stands for Linguistically Enhanced Sound File. This type of audio file is similar to a .WAV file but has been modified using the Microsoft Linguistic Information Sound Editing Tool (LISET). The modifications typically involve adjusting the phonemes, which are the distinct units of sound in a language, to enhance the clarity and articulation of the voice in the audio file. This makes the spoken words clearer and more precise.

.LWV files were primarily used by Microsoft Agent, a software developed by Microsoft that helped create interactive conversational interfaces for applications and websites. This software allowed characters to speak, listen, and interact with users, making the user experience more engaging.

However, it's important to note that Microsoft Agent has been discontinued, which means it is no longer supported or updated by Microsoft. Despite this, the files can still be opened using the Microsoft Linguistic Information Sound Editing Tool, which was specifically designed to handle these types of files.

To open a .LWV file, you would need access to the Microsoft Linguistic Information Sound Editing Tool. Since Microsoft Agent is discontinued and might not be readily available or compatible with newer operating systems, finding the right tool to open .LWV files can be challenging. Users might need to look for legacy software support or explore alternative programs that can handle linguistically enhanced sound files if they need to work with .LWV files.

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