What is a .DWL2 file?
A .DWL2 file is a type of file associated with AutoCAD, a software application used for creating detailed 2D and 3D drawings and designs. The ".DWL2" file extension stands for AutoCAD Drawing Lock File. This file is automatically created by AutoCAD when a drawing file, which has the extension .DWG, is opened by someone using the program.
The purpose of a DWL2 file is to lock the DWG file that is currently being used. This means that it helps prevent more than one person from opening and editing the same drawing at the same time. If multiple users were able to edit the same file simultaneously, it could lead to problems like file corruption, where the file becomes damaged and unusable.
DWL2 files contain information that manages this lock, but they are not files that users need to open or directly interact with. In fact, these files are not meant to be opened manually. They serve their purpose in the background, ensuring that the DWG file is protected while it is open.
When the DWG file is closed after editing, AutoCAD automatically deletes the corresponding DWL2 file. This removal of the lock file signals that the DWG file is no longer being edited and is now available for others to open and modify if needed.
The primary program that uses and creates DWL2 files is Autodesk AutoCAD 2023. Since DWL2 files are not intended for user interaction, there are no other programs designed to open them. They are simply a part of the process that AutoCAD uses to manage and protect drawing files.
Verification
Our goal is to help people find the most up-to-date information about file extensions for Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iOS. We researched over 10,000 file extensions and their respective programs that open those files. If you want to suggest edits or updates about .DWL2 file formats, example files, or programs that are compatible. Please contact us.