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Basic information about SVL file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension SVL（*.SVL or *.svl）, 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 SVL file yourself.

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


1.Detail information about SVL file extension: Scramdisk Volume

File type Scramdisk Volume Category Backup Files
Developer SecurStar File format N/A
Description SVL file is a Scramdisk Volume developed by SecurStar. SVL filename suffix is mostly used for Scramdisk Volume files. Scramdisk Volume format was developed by SecurStar. SVL files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with SVL extension are categorized as Archive Files files. The Archive Files subset comprises 619 various file formats. The software recommended for managing SVL files is DRIVECRYPT. Software named DRIVECRYPT was created by SecurStar. In order to find more detailed information on the software and SVL files, check the developer’s official website.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SVL files

Windows		 DRIVECRYPT



Can't open a SVL 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.SVL”。

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 SVL extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support SVL 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 SVL 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 SVL file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a SVL 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 SVL file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the SVL 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.