File extension .CRV
Full Name | Developer | Category |
---|---|---|
CorelDRAW Corel PHOTO-PAINT 10 Custom Gradients Format | Corel Corporation | Vector Image Files |
CRV files, short for .CRV, are custom gradient files created with the software CorelDRAW and Corel PHOTO-PAINT 10. Although they are not a standard format, they may be shared with various editing programs to access unique and interesting gradient designs, making them popular amongst digital designers.
CRV File Details
CRV files typically store color gradients developed within CorelDRAW or Corel PHOTO-PAINT 10, as gradient curves that map the location of colors along a line in a graphics image. They are composed of two main sections: the header section and the resources section. The header section contains vital meta information about the CDR file, such as editor version number, authorship, creation date, and more technical details. The resources section contains the color gradient information that forms the gradient.
Supported programs may include other vector drawing software such as Adobe Illustrator, CoreUIDRAW, and Inkscape or open source image editors such as GIMP and Paint.NET. Other similar file formats include: CDR, CMX, PCX, PNG, AI, EPS and TIF.
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .CRV) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .CRV extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .CRV file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .CRV extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .CRV extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .CRV file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .CRV file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .CRV file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .CRV file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .CRV file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines

Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
Do you have suggestions for this website?
contact @ fileextension.info Use the Contact Form