OVF File Extension

OVF file extension is created by VMware, also known as Open Virtualization File. OVF has been classified as Data Files. 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 OVF files in VMware OVF Tool program.

Open Virtualization File Type

Open Virtualization File Type

Extension	.ovf
Developer	VMware
Popularity	Very Common Common Average Uncommon Rare 4.0 (37 Votes) Thank you for voting!Already voted, thanks!
Mime Type	mime-type/not.available
Default Program	VMware OVF Tool
Category	Data Files
Format	Binary
Updated	11/1/2024

What is a OVF File Type?

Free online OVF Tools & Apps

We have also the free online .OVF (Open Virtualization File) file extension apps that can allow to view, edit, convert from to OVF, merge, split and compare the OVF files without installing anything on your system. Please click on the links to explore the complete list of details for each required feature.

OVF Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Open Virtualization File .OVF File Extensions while opening the .OVF files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open OVF Files?

1. You must have supported software programs installed for Open Virtualization File on your system such as VMware OVF Tool.
2. Associate default Vmware Ovf Tool VMware OVF Tool program for *.ovf (Open Virtualization File) files.
   
   

   Associate OVF Default Program on Windows

   1. Right-click a *.OVF (e.g example.ovf) file and click Open With.
   2. In the Open with dialog box, click Vmware Ovf Tool VMware OVF Tool program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
   3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .ovf files.
   
   

   Associate OVF Default Program on MacOs

   1. Click *.OVF (e.g example.ovf) file and click information -> Open With.
   2. In the programs list, click Vmware Ovf Tool VMware OVF Tool program Or other appropriate program that you want.
   3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
   4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .VMware OVF Tool extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

Related OVF File Extensions

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

All Platform Software Programs for OVF File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the OVF 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.

Open OVF File on Windows

	Software	License	Developer
	MR Software OMSI The Bus Simulator 2 000 for Windows	Paid	MR Software OMSI The Bus Simulator 2
	Oracle VM VirtualBox 5 for Windows	Freeware	Oracle
	VMware Workstation 15 for Windows	Commercial	VMware

Open OVF File on Mac OS

	Software	License	Developer
	VMware Fusion 10 for MacOs	Commercial	VMware
	Oracle VM VirtualBox 5 for MacOs	Freeware	Oracle
	VMware OVF Tool 000 for MacOs	Free	VMware OVF Tool

Open OVF file on Linux

	Software	License	Developer
	Oracle VM VirtualBox 5 for Linux	Freeware	Oracle
	VMware Workstation 15 for Linux	Commercial	VMware

Open OVF file on Web

	Software	License	Developer

Open OVF file on iOS

	Software	License	Developer

Open OVF file on Android

	Software	License	Developer

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.

About OVF - Open Virtualization File

Updated 11/1/2024

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