.SHV: Husqvarna Viking SHV
An older Viking format designed for the Designer I, which can display a design image on its screen.
- Extension
- .shv
- File type
- Stitch (machine) file
- Used by
- Husqvarna Viking Designer I
- Market
- home
- Thread colors
- Fixed brand palette
- Status
- legacy
How it works
SHV files include a small bitmap preview so the Designer I could show the design on screen. Most software imports SHV; few programs still export it.
What the file stores
- Stitches
- Palette colors
- Screen preview
Watch out for
- Use HUS or VP3 for other Viking machines.
Machines that read .SHV
- Husqvarna Viking (also supported on many models)
Support differs between models and generations, so always confirm in your machine's manual.
Related formats
Need this design in another format? Read converting between formats to learn what survives a conversion.