3 file types use the .scw file extension.

What is an SCW file?

Musical score created with Score Writer or Score Writer 2 software; uses a simplified interface for creating arrangements for bands and small orchestras, as well as lead sheets, and choral parts for individual musicians.

Category: Misc Files

Movie Magic Screenwriter Document

An SCW file may also be a document created by Write Brothers Movie Magic Screenwriter, a professional writing application used to draft scripts for film, television, stage, and other forms of media. It stores all of the information for a screenwriting project, including the script's content, formatting, and notes. Writers use SCW files to organize their projects within Movie Magic Screenwriter and preserve formatting standards required in the entertainment industry.

Movie Magic Screenwriter automatically saves scripts in the SCW format to retain all layout elements, such as scene headings, dialogue, character names, and transitions. The format helps writers ensure that their scripts meet industry guidelines and can be easily shared with producers, agents, or collaborators who also use the software. SCW files may also include outlining tools, revision tracking, and production notes.

You can open SCW files with Write Brothers Movie Magic Screenwriter in Windows and macOS. To open an SCW file with Movie Magic Screenwriter, select File → Open .

Write Brothers Movie Magic Screenwriter can convert SCW files to several file types, including the following formats:

Programs that open SCW files

Updated: May 29, 2025

Supercell 3D Model

An SCW file may also be a 3D model format developed by Supercell for use in its mobile video games, such as Clash of Clans and Clash Royale. It stores binary data and may include an embedded animation or .PNG or .KTX texture for an object or character. SCW files are packaged with video games and are not meant to be opened; however, gamers may convert the files to another 3D format, modify them, and then repackage them for use in the game.

Supercell develops various video games, including Clash of Clans, Clash Royale, Boom Beach, Hay Day, and Brawl Stars. These games use the SCW format to save many of their 3D models. However, the SCW format has multiple versions (older games use version 1, whereas more recent games use version 2).

Additionally, SCW files only store embedded animations for models in environments and objects. Animations in SCW files are not used for characters like textures are.

NOTE: More recent versions of Brawl Stars may also use .GLB files to store 3D models in addition to SCW files.

SCW files are not meant to be opened. Instead, video games like Clash of Clans and Clash Royale reference the files when loading to insert 3D models. However, game modders may convert SCW files to other 3D formats, modify them with an app like Blender , and then repackage them with the game.

The scw2obj and scw-tool command-line tools can convert SCW files to other 3D formats. For example:

Programs that open or reference SCW files

Updated: April 3, 2024