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Basic information about NSV file

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

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


1.Detail information about NSV file extension: Nullsoft Streaming Video File

File type Nullsoft Streaming Video File Category Video Files
Developer Nullsoft File format N/A
Description NSV file is a Nullsoft Streaming Video File developed by Nullsoft. Streaming video container format developed by Nullsoft; used for streaming video clips over the Internet, such as video feeds for Winamp TV; supports multiple types of compression and can include multiple audio tracks, subtitles, and other data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert NSV files

Windows		 File Viewer Plus
Nullsoft Winamp
VideoLAN VLC media player
iPad Video Converter Factory Pro
SUPER

macOS		 VideoLAN VLC media player

Linux		 VideoLAN VLC media player

Android		 VLC media player for Android



Can't open a NSV 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.NSV”。

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 NSV extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the NSV 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.