File Extension 261

Reporter:   |   Amended: November 26, 2018

Microsoft Silver

261 File Summary

There is one file type associated with the 261 File Extension, the H.261 Encoded Video format. According to our database, only VLC Media Player from VideoLAN will enable you to view these files. 261 files are traditionally categorized as Video Files.

We have found 261 files on the Windows, Mac, and iOS operating systems. They are both mobile and desktop device friendly. These files have a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning they are not very commonly observed on your average hard disk.

To learn more about 261 files and their associated software applications, please see the information below. Plus, we provide a basic troubleshooting guide to solve problems with opening 261 files.

Low
Universality
9823
Position

/ 11690

Active

Relevance

26

November

2018

Amended

FileViewPro Opens 261 Files

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Sorts of 261 Files


Dominant 261 File Type

.261
File ID:.261
Type:H.261 Encoded Video

The 261 file extension was formerly used for videos encoded using the H.261 codec. It may no longer be in use and is replaced by newer codecs and formats.

Company: VideoLAN
Function:Video Files
Location: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.261

Software Programs That Open The H.261 Encoded Video:


VLC Media Player by VideoLAN

Windows
Windows Phone
Mac
iOS
Android
Linux
Chrome OS
Solaris
Unix
FreeBSD
NetBSD
OpenBSD

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261 Demand


Device Breakdown

Desktop (84.34%)
Mobile (14.29%)
Tablet (1.37%)


261 File Complications


Troubles Opening 261 Files

VLC Media Player Isn't There

Double-clicking your 261 file prompts the message "%%os%% Can't Open 261 File". Generally, this is experienced in %%os%% because VLC Media Player isn't installed on your PC. This will prevent you from double-clicking to open the 261 file because the OS doesn’t know how to handle it.


Tip: When you have another program installed that you know will open your 261, you can select it from the other programs listed (see "Show Apps").


Incorrect VLC Media Player Version

It is possible that your version of VLC Media Player isn't able to open your H.261 Encoded Video file due to incompatibility. Download the latest VLC Media Player version from the VideoLAN website to ensure you have the correct one installed. Most of the time your H.261 Encoded Video file was created by a newer VLC Media Player than what you have installed.


Tip: Sometimes you can get a clue about the version of 261 file you have by right clicking on the file, then clicking on "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac OSX).


Summary: In either case, the majority of problems opening 261 files are related to not having the correct software application installed on your computer.


More Causes of Problems Opening 261s

Even with the correct version of VLC Media Player installed, you can still experience difficulties opening 261s. There can be external issues inside of %%os%% that are causing these errors when opening 261s. Additional factors include:

  • Windows Registry 261 file paths that are incorrect
  • Unintentional removal of the description of the 261 file inside the Windows Registry
  • Corrupt install of VLC Media Player or other 261-related program
  • Something has caused file corruption of your 261
  • Malware-tainted 261 file can't be opened
  • Hardware related to 261s has device driver corruption
  • Insufficient system resources to successfully open H.261 Encoded Video files

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