ARV File Extension

What is ARV file?

ARV is a file extension commonly associated with Microsoft Autoroute User Information files. Microsoft Corporation defined the Microsoft Autoroute User Information format standard. Files with ARV extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. ARV file format, along with 1305 other file formats, belongs to the Settings Files category. The most popular program for handling ARV files is Microsoft Autoroute, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. On the official website of Microsoft Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theMicrosoft Autoroute software, but also about ARV and other supported file formats.

Programs which support ARV file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support ARV files. ARV files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with ARV extension?

Problems with accessing ARV may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with ARV extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install Microsoft Autoroute software

Problems with opening and working with ARV files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with ARV files being present on your machine. The most obvious solution is to download and install Microsoft Autoroute or one to the listed programs: Microsoft Streets & Trips. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support ARV files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Microsoft Autoroute installed is by going to developer’s website (Microsoft Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Microsoft Autoroute

If you already have Microsoft Autoroute installed on your systems and ARV files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why ARV files are not compatible with Microsoft Autoroute. The latest version of Microsoft Autoroute should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Microsoft Autoroute to ARV files

If you have the latest version of Microsoft Autoroute installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage ARV on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the ARV 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
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Microsoft Autoroute is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open ARV files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the ARV file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Microsoft Autoroute and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with ARV extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the ARV file is complete and free of errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the ARV file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the ARV is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. ARV file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic ARV file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with ARV extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system 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 Microsoft Autoroute

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Microsoft Autoroute User Information files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with ARV files affecting older versions of given software.

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