Tips to open AGV file
Can't open the AGV file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open AGV files as well as a list of programs that support AGV files.
AGV file extension
| File Name |
ArcGlobe Video Metadata |
| File Developer |
Esri |
| File Category |
Settings Files |
The AGV file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the AGV files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the AGV file on each system platform.
What is AGV file?
The AGV file has been categorized as Settings Files. The creator of this file is Esri. In addition to this file, the Settings Files category includes 1305 related files. ArcGlobe Video Metadata appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The ArcGIS Desktop application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Esri.
How to open AGV file?
The most common problem when using ArcGlobe Video Metadata is that a specific AGV is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open AGV, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. How to solve such a problem?
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the AGV file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.
Step 1. Install ArcGIS Desktop
In this case, you should first verify that the ArcGIS Desktop application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name ArcGIS Desktop into the system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file AGV with ArcGIS Desktop. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open AGV files.
Programs to open AGV file
Remember to download programs supporting AGV files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of ArcGIS Desktop with AGV files
If, despite the installed application, the AGV file does not start in the ArcGIS Desktop application, you must create a file association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the file. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the AGV file with the ArcGIS Desktop program.
Step 3. Update ArcGIS Desktop to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the ArcGIS Desktop program, it is possible that ArcGlobe Video Metadata requires a newer version of the program. In this case, use the Esri website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the AGV file
If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. The most common file problems are:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the AGV file. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file AGV or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected AGV file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
Older version of AGV file may not always be supported by the latest software version. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular AGV file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Esri, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file AGV except for the special designation, works normally, but only on the device where it was encrypted, before transferring it to another machine, decryption is required.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. It is best to move AGV to a different directory.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the AGV file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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