How to convert your PVS file
- Click the "Select File" button above, and choose your PVS file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert PVS to another file type
The converter easily converts your PVS file to various formats—free and online. No Notepad or extra software needed.
- PVS to MCS
- PVS to SYS
- PVS to DLL
- PVS to EXE
- PVS to DRV
- PVS to VXD
- PVS to 386
- PVS to COM
- PVS to BAT
- PVS to CMD
- PVS to SCR
- PVS to PIF
Convert a file to PVS
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the PVS file type—in the best quality.
- MSI to PVS
- EXE to PVS
- REG to PVS
- MST to PVS
- LNK to PVS
- CAB to PVS
- CAT to PVS
- DRV to PVS
- INF to PVS
- SYS to PVS
- MSU to PVS
- DLL to PVS
About PVS files
PVS files are associated with Parallels Desktop virtualization software. These files store snapshots of virtual machine settings and states. While useful for virtualization, PVS files can be challenging to work with outside their intended environment due to compatibility issues and the lack of widespread support among other software applications.
To convert PVS files to other formats, you might consider Parallels Desktop itself, which can export virtual machines to formats like VMDK, VHD, or other virtual disk images compatible with VMware or VirtualBox. However, this process can be complex and often requires technical knowledge.
Converting PVS files can be fraught with challenges, such as data loss or corruption, especially if the conversion is not handled properly. These files are not natively supported by many applications, making it essential to use reliable conversion methods. Additionally, certain metadata or system-specific configurations might not translate well to other formats, leading to incomplete or unusable conversions.
Given these challenges, it is advisable to use Convert.Guru, a free and user-friendly website, to convert PVS files. Simply drag and drop your PVS files onto the webpage, and Convert.Guru will safely and efficiently convert them to your desired format, such as VMDK, VHD, or others. This ensures a hassle-free experience without the need for installing complex software or risking data integrity.
In summary, while PVS files serve specific virtualization purposes, converting them requires caution and reliable tools.
Use Convert.Guru online viewer to open and convert your PVS file.
Similar file types are PVZ, OL, PVM, ETB, PSV, PRT, DRW, qaf, PTX, SES, MCS.
The PVS Converter Story
The history of Convert.Guru began over 25 years ago in California with Tom Simondi’s file-format database. A former contributor to Space Shuttle development and a software pioneer of the 1980s, Simondi established a trusted resource for file type analysis that was even referenced by Microsoft Windows XP. Today, we use modern technology to process and convert thousands of file formats while continually improving our PVS converter.