Convert APE to WV

File Extension APE
Full Name Winamp Plug-ins AVS Format

APE files are used by a tool called Audio Visualization Studio (AVS). Such a file is used to store the visualization for this program. This allows you to add new effects for AVS. Some of these effects are configurable. APEs are binaries that are not intended to be opened and edited by the user.

File Extension WV
Full Name WavPack Lossless Compressed Audio Format

What is file format conversion?

File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "APE") to another (referred to as "WV"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, APE 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 APE to format WV becomes essential.

So, how can we perform APE to WV 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 APE and transforming it into format WV. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of APE to WV converters.

Conversion from APE to WV

How to convert the APE file to WV?

If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of APE to WV. 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 APE file:

  • Please indicate on your computer the source file APE, the format of which you are going to change
  • Load the APE file to the application
  • Select the output format of the WV file (the one that we want to achieve)
  • Select the location to save the output file WV on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
  • Confirm conversion
  • Wait for a moment
  • Enjoy the converted WV 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.