FEV File Extension
FMOD Audio Events Format
- File Type fev
- Developer Firelight Technologies
- Popularity
- Application FMOD Designer
- Category Settings Files
- Format Binary
What is a FEV file?
FMOD Audio Events Format, identified by the FEV extension, is a Settings Files type and includes 1190 files.
With the creation of the FMOD Audio Events Format (FEV), Firelight introduced file format along with 4 programs built for their use.
FEV files are supported by Windows, Mac OS and Linux. You can create a FEV file using one of 6 programs, for example FMOD U3E Integration, FMOD Designer and FMOD Ex Programmers API.
Programs that support FEV files
How to open a FEV file?
The most common reason why a FEV file cannot be opened is the absence of required software. To fix this, select a compatible program from the list. Then visit the official developer website via the provided link, download the program, and install it on your system.
The most popular programs for working with FEV files are FMOD U3E Integration, FMOD Designer and FMOD Ex Programmers API. To get the latest version of FMOD Designer, open the Firelight website where a universal installer for all operating systems is available.
Once setup is done, your operating system should assign FMOD Designer as the default app for FEV files.
Make FMOD Designer the default FEV viewer
Changing the default program in Windows
- Start by right-clicking on your FEV file and selecting the "Open With" option. From there, click "Choose another app" to continue;
- Inside the popup window, scroll through the list of applications and specifically choose FMOD Designer as the application to associate with your FEV file;
- Check the "Always use this app" checkbox and click "OK".
Change the default app to open files on Mac
- Right click or use Control + Left Click on the desired FEV file to access a dropdown menu of actions;
- Select "Open in application" and click "Other";
- Scroll down to the bottom of the window, where you will find the "Enable" menu. Default, "Recommended Programs" will be selected;
- In this menu, choose "All Programs" and navigate to FMOD Designer. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default program.
How to edit a FEV file?
To edit FEV files, you need to install specialized software that allows you not only to open but also to modify settings files. Online FEV editors usually provide fewer features than software created specifically for FMOD Audio Events Format.
List of Top FEV editors 2026
Following these criteria, we have put together a list of recommended FEV editors.
| FEV Editor Software | Developer | Platforms | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| FMOD Designer | Firelight | Windows | 4.6 out of 5 (41 review) |
| FMOD Ex Programmers API | Firelight | Windows | 4.5 out of 5 (37 reviews) |
| FMOD U3E Integration | Firelight | Windows, Mac OS, Linux | 4.2 out of 5 (41 review) |
Finding answers to FEV file problems
If you encounter issues with FEV files, don’t worry—most can be fixed with minor software adjustments. Refer to the troubleshooting tips below.
What are the signs that my FEV file is damaged?
Corrupted FEV settings files may have one or more of the following symptoms:
- Poor performance when editing a file in FMOD U3E Integration;
- Opening or processing the file in FMOD Designer or other programs causes instability or crashes in the program;
- The file shows errors when trying to open it or does not open completely;
- Unexpected expansion of the total size of the FEV file;
- Working with the file triggers the display of error messages;
Why does FMOD Designer quit or crash unexpectedly?
FMOD Designer crashes can be attributed to outdated software. Make sure you have installed the latest updates for Firelight products.
A computer restart is often the key to solving numerous common problems. That’s why, it is recommended to restart the computer before making any changes to the software settings.
What methods can be used to repair a damaged FEV file?
Use a recovery program to open the damaged FEV file and navigate to the "Repair" menu item. Wait for the recovery process to finish, as it will automatically repair damaged settings files.