What's the SVS File?

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SVS File Summary

There are five file types associated with the SVS File Extension, with the most widely-observed being the Game Boy Advance Saved State File format. According to our database, five distinct software programs (conventionally, Game Boy Advance developed by Nintendo) will enable you to view these files. Generally, these files are considered Game Files, but they can also be Backup Files or Settings Files.

File Extension SVS is supported by Nintendo DS, Windows, and Mac operating systems. These types of files can be found on both desktop and mobile devices. SVS files have a "Low" Popularity Rating; this means that they are not present on most devices.

Although there is a lot more to know about SVS files, those are the most important details of these types of files. If you are having trouble opening these files, or would like more detailed information, please see our comprehensive information below.

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Known SVS Files

  5 known file types use this extension

Leading SVS Type

.SVS
File Format:.svs
Category:Game Boy Advance Saved State File

The file saves data from emulated Game Boy Advance computer video game. It makes it possible for the user to resume the game from a saved state. It can be generated by gameplay SP (gpSP), a GBA emulation program.

Programmer: Nintendo
Class:Game Files
Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.svs

Software Programs That Open The Game Boy Advance Saved State File:


Game Boy Advance by Nintendo

Nintendo DS

Additional SVS Files

.SVS
File Format:.svs
Category:Microsoft Word Style Sheet Autosave

The file was used by some earlier versions of Microsoft Word in the 1990's. It stores the style sheet files.

Programmer: Microsoft Corporation
Class:Backup Files

Software Programs That Open Microsoft Word Style Sheet Autosave Files:


Microsoft Word by Microsoft Corporation

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
.SVS
File Format:.svs
Category:DART Pro 98 Spectral View Settings File

Spectral view settings file for DART Pro 98.

Programmer: DARTECH
Class:Settings Files

Software Programs That Open DART Pro 98 Spectral View Settings File Files:


DART by DARTECH

Compatible with:

Windows
.SVS
File Format:.svs
Category:Aperio SVS TIFF Image

The file saves bitmap image captured using Aperio application.

Programmer: Leica Biosystems
Class:Raster Image Files

Software Programs That Open Aperio SVS TIFF Image Files:


ImageScope by Leica Biosystems

Compatible with:

Windows
.SVS
File Format:.svs
Category:XWE File

The file saves some kind of data used by eXtendable WAD editor (XWE)

Programmer: Open Source
Class:Data Files

Software Programs That Open XWE File Files:


XWE by Open Source

Compatible with:

Windows

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SVS Demand


Operating System Rankings

Windows (82.33%)
Android (11.56%)
iOS (3.43%)
Macintosh (1.71%)
Linux (0.60%)

Browser Rankings

Chrome (58.80%)
Firefox (11.05%)
Internet Explorer (9.04%)
Edge (8.46%)
Safari (3.87%)


Sources of SVS Problems


Troubles Opening SVS Files

Missing Game Boy Advance

You encounter an error message such as "%%os%% Can't Open SVS Files" when trying to open your SVS. Generally, this is experienced in %%os%% because Game Boy Advance isn't installed on your PC. You won't be able to double-click to open your SVS because your OS doesn't know what to do with it.


Tip: If you have another software that you know opens SVS files, you can select it by hitting the "Show Apps" button.


Obsolete Version of Game Boy Advance

It is possible that your version of Game Boy Advance isn't able to open your Game Boy Advance Saved State File file due to incompatibility. If you do not have the proper version Game Boy Advance (or any of the other programs listed above), you may need to try downloading a different version of it, or one of the other software applications listed above. The primary cause of this problem is that your Game Boy Advance Saved State File file was created by a different (newer) version of Game Boy Advance than what's installed.


Tip: If you right-click on your SVS file, then select "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), you can obtain hints about what version you need.


Primarily, problems experienced when opening SVS files are due to having the incorrect version of Game Boy Advance installed on your computer.


Other SVS File Opening Causes

Errors opening Game Boy Advance Saved State File files can still occur even with the latest Game Boy Advance software installed on your computer. If you're still experiencing problems opening SVS files, there could be other computer problems. Additional factors include:

  • File references in the Windows Registry for SVS are wrong
  • The SVS file description within the Windows Registry was removed
  • Invalid installation of a SVS-associated program (eg. Game Boy Advance)
  • Something has caused file corruption of your SVS
  • Past or present virus infection has affected your SVS
  • Drivers associated with SVS software need to be updated
  • Too many applications are open on your PC to load your Game Boy Advance Saved State File file successfully

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