.CVA File Extension

File used by HP Systems Software Manager (SSM), a program used to update devices, platforms, and languages on PCs; contains the name and version of an update as well as a single command that executes on the client PC, which usually refers to the setup program for the update.

CVA files are included as part of a "SoftPaq" update from HP. SoftPaqs contain the deliverable files, a CVA file, and a setup executable file.

Macro set, or "sequence set," used by Canvas, a technical drawing application; contains a collection of macros recorded in the software, which can automate repetitive tasks; used for saving collections of sequences.

Sequence sets can be accessed in Canvas by selecting Edit → Sequences.... The Sequences window allows the user to browse, record, and run sequences.

The Canvas 12 installation includes the Standard sequence set, which is stored in the /Sequences/ directory of the installation with the filename Standard.CVA.