Convert WV to WAVE

File Extension WV
Full Name WavPack Lossless Compressed Audio Format

File Extension WAVE
Full Name WAVe PCM Sound Format

What is file format conversion?

File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "WV") to another (referred to as "WAVE"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, WV file may be incompatible with the software or device we want to use to open or edit it. In such cases, converting the file from format WV to format WAVE becomes essential.

So, how can we perform WV to WAVE file conversion? Fortunately, there are many tools and computer programs available that enable file format conversion. These tools work by reading the data from the file in format WV and transforming it into format WAVE. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of WV to WAVE converters.

Conversion from WV to WAVE

How to convert the WV file to WAVE?

If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of WV to WAVE. Handling all the programs is usually very intuitive and is based on the same pattern of conduct. We will briefly discuss a few steps that you always need to go through while changing the format of the WV file:

  • Please indicate on your computer the source file WV, the format of which you are going to change
  • Load the WV file to the application
  • Select the output format of the WAVE file (the one that we want to achieve)
  • Select the location to save the output file WAVE on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
  • Confirm conversion
  • Wait for a moment
  • Enjoy the converted WAVE file that can be found in the location selected in step 4
I cannot see the file extensions. What should I do?

File extensions are not normally displayed to users. To change this, go to Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization and Folder Options. Next, select the View and find the option "Hide extensions for known file types". The option should be deselected (cleared) and confirmed with OK.