VIVO File Extension

What is VIVO file?

VIVO filename suffix is mostly used for VivoActive Video Format files. VivoActive Video Format format was developed by RealNetworks. Files with VIVO extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. VIVO file belongs to the Video Files category just like 546 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use Microsoft Internet Explorer software for managing VIVO files, although 2 other programs can also handle this type of file. Software named Microsoft Internet Explorer was created by Microsoft Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and VIVO files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support VIVO file extension

The following listing features VIVO-compatible programs. Files with VIVO extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with VIVO extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening VIVO files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to VivoActive Video Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install Microsoft Internet Explorer

Problems with opening and working with VIVO files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with VIVO files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select Microsoft Internet Explorer or one of the recommended programs (for example, MPlayer, Netscape Navigator) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support VIVO files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Microsoft Internet Explorer installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Microsoft Internet Explorer

If the problems with opening VIVO files still occur even after installing Microsoft Internet Explorer, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Microsoft Internet Explorer is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that Microsoft Internet Explorer cannot handle files with VIVO 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 Microsoft Internet Explorer.

Step 3. Set the default application to open VIVO files to Microsoft Internet Explorer

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

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the VIVO file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Microsoft Internet Explorer installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open VIVO files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the VIVO file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Microsoft Internet Explorer and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with VIVO extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the VIVO for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the VIVO file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the VIVO file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. VIVO file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the VIVO file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 VIVO file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access 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 VivoActive Video Format file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Microsoft Internet Explorer

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

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with VivoActive Video Format file. It may be the case that the VIVO files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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