File compatibility guide
Open an MBW workspace on Mac, Linux, and Windows.
A .mbw file is a Master workspace. Sykel lets you open compatible files locally—without uploading your engineering project anywhere.
What is inside
.mbw holds more than a raw register list.
A workspace that can restore the shared connection, chart settings, window positions, and the set of poll documents that were open together.
- Install Sykel Modbus Master for macOS, Linux, or Windows.
- Choose File → Open, or open the file from your operating system.
- Review the restored definition or workspace, then connect when you are ready.
Your file is opened by the local desktop app. It is not uploaded to Sykel.
Prefer the workspace when you have it
If you also have a workspace file, open that first. A workspace can restore the collection of documents that belonged together, plus connection and layout context.
Older files
Sykel Modbus Master supports current compatible files and imports supported historical versions. If a file is too new or malformed, it is reported clearly instead of partially loading an unknown project.