What is a .PVS file?
A .PVS file is a type of configuration file specifically used by Parallels Desktop for Mac, which is a software program that allows Mac computers to run various operating systems like Windows, Linux, Android, and even other versions of macOS. This file helps manage the settings of a virtual machine (VM), which is like a separate computer inside your Mac.
The .PVS file contains important information in XML format, which is a way to store data in a structured, readable format. This information includes the name of the virtual machine, how much memory it should use, and instructions on what to do when the machine shuts down.
To open a .PVS file, you need to use Parallels Desktop for Mac. As of the latest update, version 19 of this software can be used to access and modify the settings stored in .PVS files.
When you set up a new virtual machine using Parallels Desktop, the software creates a .PVM file. This file acts like a container or a package that holds all the necessary files for the virtual machine to function, including the .PVS file. The .PVS file inside is named config.pvs and it stores configuration settings such as the virtual drive’s location and size, how much memory is allocated to the VM, network settings, and how it connects to peripherals like USB devices.
You can find the .PVS file inside the .PVM file, which is typically saved in the following location on your Mac: Macintosh HD/Users/[your username]/Documents/Parallels/. To see the contents of a .PVM file, including the .PVS file, you can right-click the .PVM file and choose "Show Package Contents" from the menu. This action will open the package’s contents in the Apple Finder, where you can access the config.pvs and other related files.
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