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Basic information about SV$ file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension SV$（*.SV$ or *.sv$）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the SV$ file yourself.

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


1.Detail information about SV$ file extension: AutoCAD Automated Backup File

File type AutoCAD Automated Backup File Category Backup Files
Developer Autodesk File format Binary
Description SV$ file is a AutoCAD Automated Backup File developed by Autodesk. Backup file created by AutoCAD 2D and 3D design software; stores a backup of the current working design (.DWG file) and is created automatically by the software; automatically deleted when the software successfully shuts down.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SV$ files

Windows		 Autodesk AutoCAD 2018

macOS		 Autodesk AutoCAD 2018



Can't open a SV$ 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.SV$”。

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 SV$ extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support SV$ 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 SV$ 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 SV$ file?

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

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

If the SV$ 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.