How to convert your SVM file
- Click the "Select File" button above, and choose your SVM file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert SVM to another file type
The converter easily converts your SVM file to various formats—free and online. No Illustrator or extra software needed.
- SVM to SVG
- SVM to AI
- SVM to EPS
- SVM to PDF
- SVM to JPG
- SVM to CDR
- SVM to WMF
- SVM to EMF
- SVM to SWF
- SVM to FLA
- SVM to XFL
- SVM to SKETCH
Convert a file to SVM
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the SVM file type—in the best quality.
- AFPUB to SVM
- EPS to SVM
- FIG to SVM
- VSD to SVM
- SKETCH to SVM
- VDX to SVM
- AFPHOTO to SVM
- PDF to SVM
- AFDESIGN to SVM
- SVG to SVM
- VSDX to SVM
- AI to SVM
About SVM files
SVM files, known as StarView Metafile, are primarily associated with StarOffice, an office suite that has since evolved into Apache OpenOffice. SVM files are vector graphic files used for illustrations within documents. Despite their usefulness in specific scenarios, SVM files are not widely supported, presenting challenges in accessibility and compatibility across different platforms.
For those needing to convert SVM files into more accessible formats, several desktop software options exist. Apache OpenOffice allows users to open SVM files and export them to more common formats like SVG, PDF, or PNG. Another option is LibreOffice, which supports similar conversion capabilities. Converting SVM files to formats like JPG, BMP, or TIFF is possible but may require intermediate conversion steps.
Before converting, consider potential challenges such as the loss of vector quality when converting to raster formats like JPG or PNG. Additionally, some metadata specific to SVM files might not transfer correctly, leading to incomplete conversions. These issues highlight the importance of choosing the right format based on your end-use requirements.
Despite the hurdles, SVM files can be converted effectively using Convert.Guru. This user-friendly platform allows you to easily drag-and-drop your SVM files for conversion to various formats, ensuring a hassle-free experience. While desktop applications provide a solution, they often require installation and technical know-how. However, Convert.Guru simplifies the process, making it accessible to all users.
The SVM Converter Story
The history of Convert.Guru began more than 25 years ago in California, when Tom Simondi published the most comprehensive database of file formats on his website. Before that, Tom had worked on Space Shuttle development at the Air Force Systems Command’s Space Division in Los Angeles. He is known as one of the top programmers of the late 1980s.
When Microsoft integrated Tom’s Filext database into Windows XP, it became the leading platform for analyzing and processing file types and formats.
Today, we use the latest technologies to analyze, process, and convert one of the world's largest collections of file formats. We are committed to developing the best SVM converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.