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Basic information about CVD file

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

There are 4 file types using the CVD file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the CVD file with their brief description and a list of programs that support CVD file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the CVD file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the CVD file?
  • How to open a CVD file?
  • What programs do I need to open a CVD file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a CVD file?
  • How to convert CVD files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to CVD file format?


1.Detail information about CVD file extension: CVTracker Dictionary File

File type CVTracker Dictionary File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CVD file is a CVTracker Dictionary File. The cvd file extension is associated with Calamus frame based layout system for Windows operating system used to picture publishing.

The cvd file contains vector picture created in the Calamus application.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CVD files

Windows		 CVTracker


2.Detail information about CVD file extension: Bitdefender Virus Definition File

File type Bitdefender Virus Definition File Category Data Files
Developer Bitdefender File format Binary
Description CVD file is a Bitdefender Virus Definition File developed by Bitdefender.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CVD files

Windows		 Bitdefender Total Security 2018
Bitdefender Antivirus Plus 2018

macOS
 Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac


3.Detail information about CVD file extension: ClamAV Virus Definitions File

File type ClamAV Virus Definitions File Category Data Files
Developer Sourcefire File format N/A
Description CVD file is a ClamAV Virus Definitions File developed by Sourcefire.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CVD files

Windows		 ClamWin
Calamus SL

macOS
 ClamXav

Linux		 ClamAV


4.Detail information about CVD file extension: Calamus Vector Picture File

File type Calamus Vector Picture File Category Vector Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CVD file is a Calamus Vector Picture File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CVD files



Can't open a CVD 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.CVD”。

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 CVD extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the CVD 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.