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Basic information about PVC file

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

There are 2 file types using the PVC file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the PVC file with their brief description and a list of programs that support PVC file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the PVC file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the PVC file?
  • How to open a PVC file?
  • What programs do I need to open a PVC file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a PVC file?
  • How to convert PVC files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to PVC file format?


1.Detail information about PVC file extension: Parallels Desktop Copied Configuration File

File type Parallels Desktop Copied Configuration File Category Backup Files
Developer Parallels File format Binary
Description PVC file is a Parallels Desktop Copied Configuration File developed by Parallels. File created by Parallels Desktop, a virtualization tool used to run Windows or Linux on Intel-based Mac systems; contains a copy of a .PVS file; stored in the Snapshots folder where the PVS file is located.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PVC files

macOS		 Parallels Desktop 13 for Mac


2.Detail information about PVC file extension: Panasonic VM1 Voice File

File type Panasonic VM1 Voice File Category Audio Files
Developer Panasonic File format N/A
Description PVC file is a Panasonic VM1 Voice File developed by Panasonic.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PVC files

Windows		 Panasonic Voice Editing Software (included with IC recorders)
Panasonic Mini Player (VS2_VM1_Player.exe)



Can't open a PVC 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.PVC”。

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 PVC extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the PVC 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.