SVI File Extension

What is SVI file?

SVI is a file extension commonly associated with Samsung Video Format files. Samsung Video Format specification was created by Samsung. SVI files are supported by software applications available for devices running Linux, Mac OS, Windows. Files with SVI extension are categorized as Video Files files. The Video Files subset comprises 546 various file formats. Users are advised to use Samsung Media Studio software for managing SVI files, although 3 other programs can also handle this type of file. Software named Samsung Media Studio was created by Samsung Group. In order to find more detailed information on the software and SVI files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support SVI file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 3 operating systems that support SVI files. SVI files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with SVI extension?

Problems with accessing SVI may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with SVI files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install Samsung Media Studio software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports SVI files installed on the system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Samsung Media Studio or different compatible program, such as VLC media player, GOM Player. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Samsung Media Studio website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update Samsung Media Studio to the latest version

If you already have Samsung Media Studio installed on your systems and SVI files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. 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 SVI files are not compatible with Samsung Media Studio. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Samsung Media Studio.

Step 3. Associate Samsung Video Format files with Samsung Media Studio

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate SVI files with latest version of Samsung Media Studio you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the SVI 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 Samsung Media Studio is installed, check the Always use this app to open SVI files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

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

Step 4. Ensure that the SVI file is complete and free of errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper SVI file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the SVI file for viruses or malware

If the SVI is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. SVI file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the SVI file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with SVI extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Samsung Video Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Samsung Media Studio

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Samsung Video Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle SVI files.

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