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Basic information about SVF file

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

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


1.Detail information about SVF file extension: Serial Vector Format File

File type Serial Vector Format File Category Data Files
Developer JTAG File format Text
Description SVF file is a Serial Vector Format File developed by JTAG. File created for testing programmable logic device (PLD) designs; contains instructions for one or more test cases, such as for combinational logic checks; used for debugging printed circuit boards (PCBs), integrated circuits (ICs), and embedded systems.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SVF files

Windows		 Xilinx ISE Design Suite
Xilinx ISE WebPACK
Integrated Software Enviroment
MicroStation


2.Detail information about SVF file extension: Simple Vector Format Graphic

File type Simple Vector Format Graphic Category Vector Image Files
Developer SoftSource File format Binary
Description SVF file is a Simple Vector Format Graphic developed by SoftSource.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SVF files

Windows		 SoftSource Vdraft



Can't open a SVF 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.SVF”。

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 SVF extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the SVF 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.