UNV File Extension
BusinessObjects Universe
- File Type unv
- Developer SAP AG
- Popularity
- Application Afanche 3D Viewer
- Category 3D Image Files
What is a UNV file?
BusinessObjects Universe, identified by the UNV extension, is a 3D Image Files type and includes 618 files.
With the creation of the BusinessObjects Universe (UNV), SAP AG introduced file format along with 6 programs built for their use.
UNV files are supported by Mac OS. You can open a UNV file using one of 3 programs, for example Afanche 3D Viewer, Online CAD Converter and Babel3D.
MIME types
- application/i-deas
Programs that support UNV files
Mac OS
Online Services
How to open a UNV file?
The most common reason why a UNV 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 UNV files are Afanche 3D Viewer, Online CAD Converter and Babel3D. To get the latest version of Afanche 3D Viewer, open the Afanche website where a universal installer for all operating systems is available.
Once setup is done, your operating system should assign Afanche 3D Viewer as the default app for UNV files.
Make Afanche 3D Viewer the default UNV viewer
Changing the default program in Windows
- Start by right-clicking on your UNV 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 Afanche 3D Viewer as the application to associate with your UNV 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 UNV 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 Afanche 3D Viewer. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default program.
Finding answers to UNV file problems
If you encounter issues with UNV files, don’t worry—most can be fixed with minor software adjustments. Refer to the troubleshooting tips below.
What are the signs that my UNV file is damaged?
Corrupted UNV 3d image files may have one or more of the following symptoms:
- Opening or processing the file in Afanche 3D Viewer 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 UNV file;
- Working with the file triggers the display of error messages;
Why does Afanche 3D Viewer quit or crash unexpectedly?
Afanche 3D Viewer crashes can be attributed to outdated software. Make sure you have installed the latest updates for Afanche 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 UNV file?
Use a recovery program to open the damaged UNV file and navigate to the "Repair" menu item. Wait for the recovery process to finish, as it will automatically repair damaged 3d image files.