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NDV File Extension

ENVI N-D Visualizer State
  • Developer
    Exelis Visual Information Solutions
  • Category
  • Popularity
    2.8 (5 votes)

What is NDV file?

NDV filename suffix is mostly used for ENVI N-D Visualizer State files. ENVI N-D Visualizer State format was developed by Exelis Visual Information Solutions. NDV files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. NDV file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. ENVI is by far the most used program for working with NDV files. On the official website of Exelis Visual Information Solutions developer not only will you find detailed information about theENVI software, but also about NDV and other supported file formats.

Programs which support NDV file extension

The following listing features NDV-compatible programs. Files with NDV suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Programs that support NDV file

Windows Windows

How to open file with NDV extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening NDV files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with NDV extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install ENVI software

Install software to open NDV file Problems with opening and working with NDV files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with NDV files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install ENVI. 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 ENVI installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Exelis Visual Information Solutions website and download from their official repositories.

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

Update software that support file extension NDVIf the problems with opening NDV files still occur even after installing ENVI, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of ENVI is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why NDV files are not compatible with ENVI. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using ENVI.

Step 3. Assign ENVI to NDV files

If you have the latest version of ENVI installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage NDV on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Associate software with NDV file on Windows

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

  • Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the NDV file
  • Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
  • To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the ENVI installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open NDV files box and clicking OK button.
Associate software with NDV file on Mac

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

  • From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with NDV extension, select Information
  • Open the Open with section by clicking its name
  • Select ENVI and click Change for all...
  • If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with NDV extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the NDV is not faulty

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 NDV file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the NDV file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the NDV file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the NDV file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the NDV 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. It could happen the the download process of file with NDV extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open ENVI

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

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with ENVI N-D Visualizer State files. It may be the case that the NDV files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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