SVD File Extension

What is SVD file?

SVD is an autosave file used by Microsoft Word. SVD files are automatically generated for each document. Autosave files are automatically written to at set intervals to preserve the document data. By default, SVD files are saved to the C:UsersuserAppDataRoamingMicrosoftWord path.

Data recovery.

Data saved in SVD files cannot be access directly via Microsoft Word user interface. Document data recovery must be performed using dedicated recovery option accessed from the File menu. A new document will be opened that contains all the data from the original document including the last changes present at the time the autosave file was updated.

Programs which support SVD file extension

Programs that can handle SVD files are as follows. Files with SVD extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

Updated: 10/23/2023

How to open file with SVD extension?

Being unable to open files with SVD extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with SVD files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with SVD files.

Step 1. Install Microsoft Word software

Problems with opening and working with SVD files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with SVD files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select Microsoft Word or one of the recommended programs (for example, Microsoft Office) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download Microsoft Word installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Microsoft Word

You still cannot access SVD files although Microsoft Word is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why SVD files are not compatible with Microsoft Word. The latest version of Microsoft Word should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open SVD files to Microsoft Word

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate SVD files with latest version of Microsoft Word you have installed on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the SVD file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Microsoft Word is installed, check the Always use this app to open SVD files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with SVD extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with SVD extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the SVD for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the SVD file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the SVD file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the SVD is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. SVD file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the SVD file’s structure is intact

If the SVD file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with SVD extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Microsoft Word Document Autosave Format file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Microsoft Word

If the systems has insufficient resources to open SVD files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Microsoft Word Document Autosave Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with SVD files affecting older versions of given software.

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