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TVS File Extension

TeamViewer Video Session Format
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What is TVS file?

A .TVS file stands for TeamViewer Video Session file, which is a proprietary binary format video file. Primarily the TVS file contains the video recording sessions captured by the TeamViewer software, which is a versatile remote desktop access, control, and administration software. The software is platform independent and works on all major platforms for providing unified connectivity between different TeamViewer clients. The TVS file contains the recorded video of a remote connectivity session including the meta data associated with the session. The TVS file can be used to playback the video of the recorded remote connectivity session. 

Programs which support TVS file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with TVS files, divided into 2 categories based on operating system on which they are available. TVS files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Programs that support TVS file

Updated: 03/26/2020

How to open file with TVS extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening TVS files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with TVS extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with TVS files.

Step 1. Download and install TeamViewer

Install software to open TVS file The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports TVS files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install TeamViewer. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download TeamViewer installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit TeamViewer website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of TeamViewer

Update software that support file extension TVSYou still cannot access TVS files although TeamViewer is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that TeamViewer cannot handle files with TVS may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using TeamViewer.

Step 3. Set the default application to open TVS files to TeamViewer

After installing TeamViewer (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open TVS files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Associate software with TVS file on Windows

Change the default application in Windows

  • Clicking the TVS with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
  • Select Choose another app → More apps
  • Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where TeamViewer is installed, check the Always use this app to open TVS files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button
Associate software with TVS file on Mac

Change the default application in Mac OS

  • Right-click the TVS file and select Information
  • Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
  • Select TeamViewer and click Change for all...
  • Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with TVS extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the TVS 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 TVS file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

Check TVS file for viruses
1. Verify that the TVS in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the TVS is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the TVS file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the TVS file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Ensure the file with TVS extension is complete and error-free

If the TVS file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the TVS file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

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 TeamViewer

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support TVS files. Close all running programs and try opening the TVS file.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with TeamViewer Video Session Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the TVS files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

Conversion of a TVS file

File Conversions from TVS extension to a different format
File conversions from other format to TVS file
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