WNV File Extension

What is WNV file?

WNV filename suffix is mostly used for Grand Theft Auto IV NavMesh Data Format files. Files with WNV extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with WNV extension are categorized as Game Files files. The Game Files subset comprises 1509 various file formats. OpenIV supports WNV files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used.

Programs which support WNV file extension

The following listing features WNV-compatible programs. Files with WNV suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Updated: 12/06/2020

How to open file with WNV extension?

Being unable to open files with WNV extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Grand Theft Auto IV NavMesh Data Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with WNV files.

Step 1. Download and install OpenIV

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening WNV files is that no program that can handle WNV files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing OpenIV or different compatible program, such as Grand Theft Auto IV. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support WNV files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit OpenIV website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of OpenIV and update if needed

You still cannot access WNV files although OpenIV 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 WNV files are not compatible with OpenIV. The most recent version of OpenIV is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open WNV files to OpenIV

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the WNV file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where OpenIV is installed, check the Always use this app to open WNV files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with WNV extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• 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 WNV extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the WNV is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the WNV file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Verify that the WNV in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the WNV 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. If the scanner detected that the WNV file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the WNV file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. When downloading the file with WNV 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 in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

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

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with WNV extension. In this case close the other applications.

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 Grand Theft Auto IV NavMesh Data Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with WNV files affecting older versions of given software.

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