CUV File Extension

What is CUV file?

Full format name of files that use CUV extension is Origin Sample Curve. OriginLab Corporation defined the Origin Sample Curve format standard. CUV files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. CUV file format, along with 524 other file formats, belongs to the Graphic Files category. Origin is by far the most used program for working with CUV files. Software named Origin was created by OriginLab Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and CUV files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support CUV file extension

The following listing features CUV-compatible programs. Files with CUV 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 CUV extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening CUV files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Origin Sample Curve files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install Origin software

Problems with opening and working with CUV files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with CUV files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Origin. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Origin website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update Origin to the latest version

If you already have Origin installed on your systems and CUV 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 CUV files are not compatible with Origin. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Origin.

Step 3. Set the default application to open CUV files to Origin

After installing Origin (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open CUV files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

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

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected CUV file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Origin and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with CUV extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the CUV for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the CUV file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The CUV may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the CUV is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the CUV file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. CUV file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the CUV file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the CUV file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Origin Sample Curve file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Origin

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Origin Sample Curve files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with CUV files affecting older versions of given software.

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