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.SHV Format Guide

.SHV Embroidery File Format

SHV is the older Husqvarna Viking 'Scandinavia' embroidery format, used by early Husqvarna Viking machines. It pre-dates HUS and VP3 and is still needed for very old Viking machines.

Used by: Husqvarna Viking

Compatible machines: Viking Scandinavia, Husqvarna Viking 1+, Viking Lily

Quick Facts

Extension.shv
Full NameHusqvarna Viking SHV
BrandHusqvarna Viking
Max Colors99
Read✓ Supported
Write✓ Supported
Stitch TypesRunning stitch, Satin stitch, Fill stitch
ReadableWritable

How to Open .SHV Files

  1. 1Open Husqvarna Viking software or compatible program.
  2. 2Go to File → Open and select SHV.
  3. 3Open your file.

How to Save / Export .SHV Files

  1. 1Go to File → Save As → SHV.
  2. 2Save your file.

Color Information

SHV includes color references from the old Viking thread catalog.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is SHV still used?
SHV is a legacy format for very old Husqvarna Viking machines. Modern Vikings use VP3. Convert SHV to VP3 using our converter for newer machines.

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Related Formats

.HUS.VIP.VP3

Common .SHV Conversions

.SHV → .DST.SHV → .PES.SHV → .JEF.SHV → .VP3.SHV → .EXP.SHV → .HUS.SHV → .XXX.SHV → .SEW

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