How to open WV files on your device
If an error occurs when you try to open WV file on your device, you should do two things – install appropriate software and associate WV files with this software. If this does not solve the problem, then the cause may be different – you will find more details in this article.
WV File Extension
- File type WavPack Audio Format
- File developer WavPack
- File category Audio Files
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What is a(n) WV file?
The WV (WavPack Audio Format) is a lossless file format designed for audio data compression. WV files are used to store audio data in lossless compression, reducing the file size without sacrificing quality. These files are commonly used for archiving and compressing music archives, such as taken from CD audio tracks.
WV files can contain both audio and other metadata, such as album art, artist information, genre tags, and lyrics. The WV format is supported by many media players, including Windows Media Player, iTunes, VLC, and WinAmp. It is also supported by some online streaming services. These files are widely available and often used for distributing and downloading music.
How to open WV file?
There can be various causes of problems that can arise when opening opening .WV files. Each problem requires a different approach, but most can be solved by following he instructions below.
Step 1. Install a program that supports WV files
In order to open WV file an appropriate program that supports this file format must be installed on the system. Below is the list of programs that support files with WV extension.
Programs that can open WV files
Download installer for given application and launch it. After the installation has been completed, WV files should be opened with installed application by default next time you try to open this type of file.
Remember!
Not all listed applications will be capable of performing all operations on WV files. Some applications may only be capable of opening such file and viewing its contents while the purpose of others may be converting files to other file formats. Therefore you should check beforehand the capabilities of applications in relation to WV files.
Step 2. Associate given software with WV files
A situation can arise where user has an appropriate application supporting WV files installed on their system, but such application is not associated with this type of files. In order to associate given application with WV files user should open a file submenu by right-clicking the file icon and selecting "Open with" option. System will display a list of suggested programs that can be used to open WV files. Select appropriate option and check "Always use selected application to open this kind of files". System will save this information from now on use selected program to open WV files.
Step 3. Check whether no other errors related to WV files occur
When the above-mentioned solutions fail, other options must be pursued. It is possible that the WV file in question is corrupted or damage. The most common causes of file damage are:
- File with WV extension is incomplete (for example, file has not been downloaded completely from the internet or not copied properly from source)
- File data is corrupted
- Damaged or corrupted storage medium on which the WV file is stored
- File icon does not represent the original file but is only a shortcut to the location where the WV file was saved and then deleted
- User account is not privileged to perform operations on WV files. In that case it is advised to contact the system administrator or an IT expert
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