Files with inv extension are mostly related to the Microsoft Windows Update service.
.INV file extension - Microsoft Windows Update data
What is inv file? How to open inv files?
File type specification:
File extension inv was used in earlier versions of Microsoft Windows Update in the past.
INV file is typically used for troubleshooting purposes, as it can help identify any issues that may have occurred during the update process.
It was replaced with the plt file extension in later versions of Windows Update.
This inv file type entry was marked as obsolete and no longer supported file format.
This type of file is no longer actively used and is most likely obsolete. This is typically the case for system files in old operating systems, file types from long discontinued software, or previous versions of certain file types (like documents, projects etc.) that were replaced in higher versions of their original programs.
Updated: March 14, 2024
The default software associated to open inv file:
Company or developer:
Microsoft Corporation
A family of operating systems developed by the Microsoft Corp. The first Windows was released in 1985 as a GUI add-on to MS-DOS. MS-DOS based Windows versions were developed to 2000, when was released the last version called Windows ME. Windows based on NT core started in 1993. Windows NT family are developed to these days, the latest version is called Microsoft Windows 11.
List of recommended software applications associated to the .inv file extension
Recommended software programs are sorted by OS platform (Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android etc.)
and possible program actions that can be done with the file: like open inv file, edit inv file, convert inv file, view inv file, play inv file etc. (if exist software for corresponding action in File-Extensions.org's database).
Unspecified and all other actions for computer programs working with inv file - Microsoft Windows Update data
Click on the software link for more information about Microsoft Windows. Microsoft Windows uses inv file type for its internal purposes and/or also by different way than common edit or open file actions (eg. to install/execute/support an application itself, to store application or user data, configure program etc.).
