Tips to open CVG file

Can't open the CVG file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open CVG files as well as a list of programs that support CVG files.

CVG file extension

File Name Calamus Vector Graphic Format
File Developer invers
File Category Vector Image Files

The CVG file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the CVG files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the CVG file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 2
  • 2
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is CVG file?

The file in the CVG format belongs to the Vector Image Files category. It was designed by invers. Vector Image Files consists of 138 similar files. Calamus Vector Graphic Format appears on 2 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. Alternatively, you can use 3 other programs. GraphicConverter, Calamus SL will apply when it is not possible to use Calamus.

How to open CVG file?

The main problem with Calamus Vector Graphic Format is that the CVG file is incorrectly associated with programs. Thus, when you open CVG, 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 CVG 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 Calamus

In this case, you should first verify that the Calamus application is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name Calamus in it. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file CVG with Calamus. Below is a list of programs that support the file CVG.

Programs to open CVG file

Remember to download programs supporting CVG files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.

Step 2. Create association of Calamus with CVG files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the CVG file still does not use the Calamus program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. 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 CVG file with the Calamus program.

Step 3. Update Calamus to the latest version

If, despite the association of the Calamus program with the Calamus Vector Graphic Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the CVG file

The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:

The CVG file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This suggests truncating the CVG file contents when downloading or copying. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the CVG file that we want to open. However, remember that not every infected CVG file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the CVG files changes over time. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for the failure. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged CVG files.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted CVG files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. It is best to move CVG 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. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the CVG file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If nothing helps, please reset the device.