ORV File Extension

What is ORV file?

ORV filename suffix is mostly used for Oracom Video Format files. Oracom Video Format specification was created by Oracom. Files with ORV extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. ORV file belongs to the Video Files category just like 546 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports ORV files is Movie Viewer.

Programs which support ORV file extension

Programs that can handle ORV files are as follows. Files with ORV suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with ORV extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening ORV files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Oracom Video 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 ORV files.

Step 1. Download and install Movie Viewer

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening ORV files is that no program that can handle ORV files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Movie Viewer and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Movie Viewer installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Movie Viewer

If you already have Movie Viewer installed on your systems and ORV files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Movie Viewer installed, it may not support ORV format. The most recent version of Movie Viewer is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Movie Viewer to ORV files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate ORV files with latest version of Movie Viewer you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the ORV with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Movie Viewer is installed, check the Always use this app to open ORV files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the ORV file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Movie Viewer and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with ORV extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the ORV for 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 ORV file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the ORV 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. ORV file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the ORV 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 ORV extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Oracom Video Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Movie Viewer

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

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 Oracom Video Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with ORV files affecting older versions of given software.

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