Basic information about SVG file

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

There are 6 file types using the SVG file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the SVG file with their brief description and a list of programs that support SVG file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the SVG file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the SVG file?
  • How to open a SVG file?
  • What programs do I need to open a SVG file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a SVG file?
  • How to convert SVG files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to SVG file format?


1.Detail information about SVG file extension: Scalable Vector Graphics File

File type Scalable Vector Graphics File Category Vector Image Files
Developer Adobe Systems File format XML
Description SVG file is a Scalable Vector Graphics File developed by Adobe Systems. An SVG file is a graphics file that uses a two-dimensional vector graphic format created by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). It describes images using a text format that is based on XML. SVG files are developed as a standard format for displaying vector graphics on the web.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SVG files

Windows		 File Viewer Plus
Microsoft Visio 2016
CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2017
Corel PaintShop Pro 2018
GIMP
Inkscape
CADSoftTools ABViewer
Adobe Illustrator CC 2017
Adobe InDesign CC 2017
A Web browser
Adobe Flash Player
DrawPlus

macOS		 Inkscape
GIMP
Adobe Illustrator CC 2017
Adobe InDesign CC 2017
A Web browser
Adobe Flash Professional

Linux		 GIMP
Kolourpaint
Inkscape
A Web browser

Android		 File Viewer for Android

Web		 Google Drive


2.Detail information about SVG file extension: Saved Game File

File type Saved Game File Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SVG file is a Saved Game File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SVG files

Windows		 GTA2 Saved Game Editor


3.Detail information about SVG file extension: Active Backup Expert Project File

File type Active Backup Expert Project File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SVG file is a Active Backup Expert Project File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SVG files

Windows		 Active Backup Expert

macOS
 EazyDraw


4.Detail information about SVG file extension: SuperView Graphic Bitmap

File type SuperView Graphic Bitmap Category Vector Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SVG file is a SuperView Graphic Bitmap.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SVG files


5.Detail information about SVG file extension: Microsoft Word Glossary Backup

File type Microsoft Word Glossary Backup Category Backup Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SVG file is a Microsoft Word Glossary Backup.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SVG files

Windows		 Microsoft Word


6.Detail information about SVG file extension: SVG Fonts Format

File type SVG Fonts Format Category Font Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SVG file is a SVG Fonts Format.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SVG files

Windows		 Adobe Illustrator
Safari for Microsoft Windows

macOS
 Adobe Illustrator for Mac
Safari
Glyphs
Autodesk Graphic



How to convert SVG files to another file format?

There are 40 records in our database eligible for SVG files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve SVG to another files conversion, you may use the option.

SVG to AI SVG to BMP SVG to CDR SVG to CDT
SVG to DST SVG to DXF SVG to EMF SVG to EMZ
SVG to EPF SVG to EPI SVG to EPS SVG to EXP
SVG to FXG SVG to GIF SVG to HUS SVG to ICON
SVG to IGES SVG to JEF SVG to JPEG SVG to JPG
SVG to OFF SVG to OFM SVG to OTF SVG to PAT
SVG to PDF SVG to PEC SVG to PES SVG to PLT
SVG to PNG SVG to STEP SVG to TAP SVG to TTF
SVG to VIP SVG to VP3 SVG to VSD SVG to VSDX
SVG to VSS SVG to WMF SVG to WOFF SVG to XXX


How to convert another files to SVG file format?

There are 63 records in our database eligible for another files to SVG file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to SVG conversion, you may use the option.

GSLIDES to SVG GDRAW to SVG CDR to SVG ICON to SVG
EMZ to SVG DWG to SVG JDM to SVG EPS to SVG
VSD to SVG CLGX to SVG XMIND to SVG PSD to SVG
GIF to SVG YGF to SVG PDF to SVG AI to SVG
DST to SVG DXF to SVG EXP to SVG HUS to SVG
IGES to SVG JEF to SVG JPG to SVG PES to SVG
PNG to SVG STEP to SVG VP3 to SVG VSDX to SVG
VSS to SVG WMF to SVG XXX to SVG STP to SVG
PHC to SVG JPEG to SVG ART to SVG PEC to SVG
VIP to SVG VDX to SVG VSSX to SVG SWF to SVG
IGS to SVG VRML to SVG SH3D to SVG ICO to SVG
SCUT2 to SVG OFM to SVG TIF to SVG TIFF to SVG
EDDX to SVG PCS to SVG DAT to SVG SKETCH to SVG
SHP to SVG CMX to SVG GML to SVG GGB to SVG
GRAPHML to SVG BRD to SVG GED to SVG FH11 to SVG
INDT to SVG XCF to SVG DRAW to SVG


Can't open a SVG 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.SVG”。

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 SVG extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the SVG 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.