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Basic information about CVI file

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

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


1.Detail information about CVI file extension: CassiniVision Map Image File

File type CassiniVision Map Image File Category GIS Files
Developer CassiniVision File format N/A
Description CVI file is a CassiniVision Map Image File developed by CassiniVision. Map image format used by CassiniVision, a French image viewing program; commonly used for storing historical maps, such as those from the BnF (Bibliotheque nationale de France) Gallica digital library.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CVI files

Windows		 CassiniVision


2.Detail information about CVI file extension: Canvas Image File

File type Canvas Image File Category Vector Image Files
Developer ACD Systems File format N/A
Description CVI file is a Canvas Image File developed by ACD Systems.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CVI files

Windows		 ACD Systems Canvas X 2017



Can't open a CVI 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.CVI”。

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 CVI extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the CVI 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.