All about MV Files

The MV file type is primarily associated with Miva Merchant Script Compiler.

MVFile Extension MV
File extension: MV
File type:  script

What is an MV file

MV files mostly belong to Miva Merchant Script Compiler by Miva. An MV file is a script written in Miva Script scripting language. Miva Merchant Empresa interpreter and Miva Merchant Script Compiler can execute an MV script. Another type of MV file is a movie created by the MakeMovie image and video authoring/conversion software for IRIX operating system. A different MV file created by some multimedia programs is actually a WEBM video saved in a Matroska media container. VLC can play this file.

How to open an MV file

You need a suitable software like Miva Merchant Script Compiler to open an MV file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your MV file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a MV file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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How to convert MV files to JPG, PDF, HTML, DOC, ...

If you want to convert or edit an MV file, you can use our free Online MV File Converter (powered by Convert.Guru):
  1. To do so, click the "Choose your .mv file to play" button above.
  2. Your MV file will then be displayed in the browser.
  3. Now click on "Save as..." at the top of the page.
  4. Then click the file format (e.g. PDF, JPG, DOCX, TXT, ...) you want.
  5. Download the converted file.

Programs that open and convert MV files:

  1. Miva Merchant Script Compiler by Miva
    See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. MV files are often referred to as Miva Merchant Script Compiler developers because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
  2. MakeMovie (movie) by Silicon Graphics
    MakeMovie is an image and video conversion software for IRIX operating system. It uses an MV file to store a movie. This file format is classified as Video. Related links: IRIX, MovieMaker
  3. VLC (video) by VideoLAN
    VLC is a cross-platform multimedia player. It can play an MV file saved in Matroska format. Matroska files are typically saved in MKV files. This file format is classified as Video.

MV file extension format:

If you know the file format, you can also find out how to open or edit the file. Often, the file format can be deduced from the file extension or the initial bytes (called the signature). However, different programs can use the same file extension. Furthermore, a file extension can be renamed incorrectly and double-clicking on it will then display an error when it is opened. So a detailed analysis of a file is vital in order to determine the format and the associated program. Below is our analysis of the MV files:

MV is not a common file extension and includes a lot of different file formats for different programs. The following file formats are most commonly found in MV files:

The remaining 65% of all MV files are files with no common format, such as SGI video and Miva Script. Drag & drop your file here to see the file format and a preview of your MV file!

Technical Data for MV File Extension

File classification:
Developer
Related files:
db, !mv, mv_, mw, iz32, mv9, mov, wv, rmvb, ana, mvf, jpg, txt, mf, av, zip

The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.

ProgramID: Cliprex Video File
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Cliprex DVD Player Professional\cdivx.exe %L

ProgramID: Winamp.File
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Winamp\Winamp.exe %1

ProgramID: WMVFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Windows Media Player\wmplayer.exe /prefetch:7 /Open %L

ProgramID: VNTIMolViewer
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Informax\Vector NTI Suite 9\Vector NTI 9.exe

ProgramID: Windows.Movie.Maker
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Movie Maker\moviemk.exe %1

ProgramID: VNTIMolViewer
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Invitrogen\Vector NTI Advance 10\Vector NTI 10.exe


an mv script is a special file format by Miva and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with MV files

  • Associate the MV file extension with the correct application.
  • Update your software that should actually open scripts. Because only the current version supports the latest MV file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Miva manufacturer website after an available Miva Merchant Script Compiler update.
  • To make sure that your MV file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
  • Click here to open your .MV file online - secure, fast, and no downloads needed.
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