AVHD File Extension

The AVHD file extension was created by Microsoft and is also known as the Hyper-V SnapShot File. AVHD is classified as a Disk Image Files and This File type categories under Zip, Text, Binary and XML, however, the format of this file format has not been determined yet. You can open AVHD files in Microsoft Windows Server 2019 program.

Hyper-V SnapShot File Type

Hyper-V SnapShot File Type
Extension .avhd
Developer Microsoft
Popularity 5.0 (1 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Category Disk Image Files
Format Binary
Updated 6/1/2025

What is a AVHD File Type?

AVHD files are add-ons to .VHD files, which represent a virtual hard disk and l' image d' origin .s. Different information is stored in an AVHD file that represents changes from the base VHD disk. This allows users to access either the updated version (AVHD) or the original version (VHD) of' a virtual image on hard disk as needed. Both VHD and AVHD files are saved in the same directory.

AVHD files are called Snapshot Differencing Disk files.

Free Online AVHD Tools & Apps

Access powerful and secure free online AVHD tools to convert, view, edit, merge, split, and compare AVHD files — all without installing any software. Our tools support the .AVHD (Hyper-V SnapShot File) file extension and run smoothly in any modern browser.

Select a tool below to explore features and manage your AVHD files directly from your device with ease.

AVHD Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Hyper-V SnapShot File .AVHD File Extensions while opening the .AVHD files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open AVHD Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Hyper-V SnapShot File on your system such as Microsoft Windows Server 2019.
  2. Associate default Microsoft Microsoft Windows Server 2019 program for *.avhd (Hyper-V SnapShot File) files.

    Associate AVHD Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.AVHD (e.g example.avhd) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Microsoft Microsoft Windows Server 2019 program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .avhd files.

Related AVHD File Extensions

AVHD default file extension is .AVHD and other similer related extensions are:

All Platform Software Programs for AVHD File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the AVHD files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

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Microsoft Windows Server 2019 image. Microsoft Windows Server 2019 000 for Windows Free Trial Microsoft
Microsoft Windows Server 2019 image. Microsoft Windows Server 2019 000 for Windows Free Trial Microsoft

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About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

AVHD file extension icon image.About AVHD - Hyper-V SnapShot File

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Updated 6/1/2025