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Basic information about AIV file

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

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


1.Detail information about AIV file extension: AIVault Data File

File type AIVault Data File Category Data Files
Developer EllaZ Systems File format Binary
Description AIV file is a AIVault Data File developed by EllaZ Systems. File created by AIVault, a memo tracking application; saved in a binary format inside a program "Memo Folder" and contains data for the memos; used for storing and recalling personal notes, ideas, and other information; also used for memory training.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AIV files

Windows		 EllaZ Systems AIVault
Stronghold Crusader



Can't open a AIV 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.AIV”。

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 AIV extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the AIV 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.