File extension .WV
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| WavPack Lossless Compressed Audio Format | WavPack | Audio Files |
A WV file is an audio or a video file encoded using the open-source WavPack software. The WV format is used for both lossless and lossy audio compression, or the creation of hybrid files that contain both lossless and lossy data. It is capable of creating digital media files that consume little disk space while maintaining excellent sound quality. WV files also support embedded album artwork and cue sheets.
Similar File Extensions
WV file extensions are related to other audio file formats such as .wma, .m4a, .aac, .aiff, .mp3, and .wav. Similarly, various video formats such as .mov, .mkV, .avi, .flv, and .mpeg can be losslessly compressed with the WV algorithm.
Accessibility & File Conversion
WV files are supported by Windows Media Player, QuickTime, Roxio Creator NXT Pro 4, MusicBee, foobar2000, VLC, MPlayer, DivX Player, Winamp, MediaMonkey, Audacity, and many other media players and converters. It can easily be converted to other formats such as WAV, MP3, AIFF, M4A, AAC, FLAC, OGG and more via various online services or through dedicated conversion software such as fre:ac or dBpowerAMP Music Converter.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
Programs for LINUX system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .WV) 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 .WV 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 .WV 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 .WV 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 .WV extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .WV file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .WV 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 .WV file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .WV file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .WV 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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