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Basic information about DVP file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension DVP（*.DVP or *.dvp）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the DVP file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the DVP file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the DVP file with their brief description and a list of programs that support DVP file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the DVP file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the DVP file?
  • How to open a DVP file?
  • What programs do I need to open a DVP file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a DVP file?
  • How to convert DVP files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to DVP file format?


1.Detail information about DVP file extension: AutoCAD Device Parameter

File type AutoCAD Device Parameter Category Settings Files
Developer Autodesk, Inc. File format N/A
Description DVP file is a AutoCAD Device Parameter developed by Autodesk, Inc.. Full format name of files that use DVP extension is AutoCAD Device Parameter. AutoCAD Device Parameter format was developed by Autodesk, Inc.. Files with DVP extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. DVP file format, along with 1087 other file formats, belongs to the Settings Files category. The most popular software that supports DVP files is AutoCAD. On the official website of Autodesk, Inc. developer not only will you find detailed information about theAutoCAD software, but also about DVP and other supported file formats.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DVP files

Windows		 AutoCAD



Can't open a DVP file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.DVP”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the DVP extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support DVP file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of DVP files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a DVP file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a DVP file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a DVP file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the DVP file is damaged.
  • Whether the DVP file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the DVP file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the DVP file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the DVP file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a DVP file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a DVP file.

If the DVP file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.