.RFLW File Extension

Edge Reflow Data File

Developer	Adobe Systems
Popularity	Average rating 2.5 / 5. Vote count: 2
Category	Web Files
Format	.RFLW
Cross Platform	Update Soon

What is an RFLW file?

The .RFLW file extension is associated with Adobe Edge Reflow, a web design tool used for creating responsive web designs. These files typically contain design data, layout information, and project settings used by the Edge Reflow application.

More Information.

Edge Reflow was introduced as part of Adobe’s Edge Tools & Services in 2012. Its purpose was to enable designers to create responsive layouts that adapt to various screen sizes and devices. The .RFLW file format was used to store design elements, styles, and layout rules specific to Edge Reflow.

Origin Of This File.

Adobe Edge Reflow was part of Adobe’s suite of tools aimed at web designers and developers, focusing on responsive design. Adobe discontinued Edge Reflow in 2015, integrating some of its features into Adobe XD. The .RFLW files are thus associated with this now-defunct software.

File Structure Technical Specification.

Format: .RFLW files are generally XML-based, which means they contain structured text data that defines the layout, styles, and design elements of a project.
Content: The files typically include information such as CSS styles, layout settings, and design assets. This data allows Edge Reflow to render and preview the design as intended.
Technical Details: XML structure allows for easy readability and editing by humans and machines, though specific details about the exact schema used by Edge Reflow are proprietary.

How to Convert the File?

Windows

Using Adobe XD (Preferred Method):
- Manual Recreation: Since there is no direct conversion tool, manually recreate the design in Adobe XD. Import any assets (like images or CSS) that you can extract from the .RFLW file.
- Intermediate Export: If you have access to Edge Reflow, export design assets and CSS, then import them into Adobe XD.
Using Text Editors:
- Extract Data: Open the .RFLW file with a text editor (like Notepad++ or Visual Studio Code) to view and manually extract the XML content.
- Convert to HTML/CSS: You can use the extracted data to manually recreate the design in HTML/CSS, which can then be imported into other design tools or used as needed.

Linux

Using Adobe XD (via Virtual Machine or Wine):
- Virtual Machine: Install a Windows virtual machine using software like VirtualBox and run Adobe XD or other compatible software.
- Wine: Use Wine to run Adobe XD if compatible. Note that functionality might be limited.
Using Text Editors:
- View and Edit: Open the .RFLW file using a text editor like Gedit or VS Code to view and extract XML content.
- Manual Recreation: Use the extracted data to recreate the design in HTML/CSS or another design tool.

macOS

Using Adobe XD (Preferred Method):
- Manual Recreation: Open Adobe XD (or an alternative like Adobe Illustrator) and manually recreate the design. Import any available assets from the .RFLW file.
Using Text Editors:
- Extract Data: Use a text editor like TextEdit or BBEdit to open and view the XML content of the .RFLW file.
- Convert to HTML/CSS: Manually convert the extracted XML content into HTML/CSS, which can then be used in various design tools.

Android

Using Apps:
- XML Viewer Apps: Use an XML viewer app to open and read the .RFLW file.
- Manual Extraction: Extract relevant data manually and use it to recreate the design in other tools.
No Direct Conversion:
- Web-based Services: Use web-based XML editors or converters to view and extract data, but you will still need to manually recreate the design in another tool.

iOS

Using Apps:
- XML Viewer Apps: Use apps available on the App Store that can view or edit XML files.
- Manual Extraction: Extract data manually from the .RFLW file and recreate the design in other design tools.
No Direct Conversion:
- Web-based Services: Similar to Android, use web-based XML editors to handle the .RFLW file content.

Others

Web-Based Converters and Tools:
- XML Editors: Use online XML editors or converters to view and edit the content of .RFLW files. This approach is platform-agnostic but won’t render the design directly.
- Intermediate Formats: Extract design data and manually recreate the design in tools that support more common formats like HTML/CSS or design software.
Third-Party Software:
- Conversion Tools: Look for third-party conversion tools or services that might offer limited support for converting .RFLW files, though options may be scarce.

Advantages And Disadvantages.

Advantages:
- Structured Data: Being XML-based, .RFLW files are structured, making it possible to manually edit or extract information if needed.
- Responsive Design: Facilitates the creation of responsive designs that adapt to different screen sizes and devices.
Disadvantages:
- Discontinued Software: Since Adobe Edge Reflow is no longer supported, .RFLW files may be challenging to work with or open using modern tools.
- Limited Compatibility: The file format is specific to Edge Reflow, leading to compatibility issues with other design tools.

               How to Open RFLW?
                  Open In Windows
                  Adobe Edge Reflow: If you have an older version of Edge Reflow installed, you can open .RFLW files directly.
Alternative Methods: You might also use text editors to view and manually edit XML content, though this will not render the design.

                  Open In Linux
                  Adobe Edge Reflow: Not natively supported on Linux. You may need to use virtual machines or compatibility layers like Wine to run Adobe Edge Reflow.
Text Editors: You can view and edit the XML content using text editors or XML tools.

                  Open In MAC
                  Adobe Edge Reflow: If you have Adobe Edge Reflow installed on a Mac, you can open .RFLW files directly.
Text Editors: Similar to other platforms, text editors can be used to view the XML data.

                  Open In Android
                  Adobe Edge Reflow: Not available for Android.
Text Editors: Use XML viewer apps or text editors to view the raw XML data.

                  Open In IOS
                  Adobe Edge Reflow: Not available for iOS.
Text Editors: Use apps that support XML files to view and edit the content.

                  Open in Others
                  Browser-Based Editors: Some online XML editors or converters might be able to handle .RFLW files, allowing you to view or convert the data.
Third-Party Tools: Specialized tools for XML processing might assist in handling .RFLW files, but they won’t render the design.