File extension .MAV
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Access View Format | Microsoft | Database Files |
The MAV file extension is used by software programs to identify files that contain various view access information, such as Visio diagrams, which helps make it easier for the user to view and manage their data. Designed by Microsoft, this format has been around since 2007. It stores objects and views of the Visio drawing environment, created with the help of Visio components.
Technical Details
MAV files are usually based on the XML (Extensible Markup Language) format, and are encoded using Unicode in order to make them easily readable by different programs. They are saved in a compressed format, in order to conserve disk space and bandwidth. In addition, these files can be used to provide customizing options in a variety of applications, such as SharePoint, Team Foundation Server, Microsoft Access, Project Server, and SQL Server. Other related file extensions include MAF, MAP, MASTER, and MAM.
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .MAV) 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 .MAV 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 .MAV 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 .MAV 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 .MAV extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .MAV file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .MAV 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 .MAV file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .MAV file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .MAV 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.
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