What's the WMV File?

Reporter:   |   Revised: December 05, 2018

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WMV File Summary

There is one file type associated with the WMV File Extension, the Windows Media Video File format. According to our database, fourteen distinct software programs (conventionally, CyberLink PowerDVD developed by CyberLink) will enable you to view these files. WMV files are categorized ordinarily as Video Files.

The WMV File Extension can be viewed on the Windows, Mac, and Windows Phone operating systems. They are supported on both desktop and mobile devices. The WMV File Extension carries a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning that these files are scarcely found in most user's file stores.

Although there is a lot more to know about WMV files, those are the most important details of these types of files. If you are having trouble opening these files, or would like more detailed information, please see our comprehensive information below.

Low
Universality
8547
File Rank

/ 11690

Active

State

5

December

2018

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Varieties of WMV Files


Main WMV Affiliation

.WMV
File ID:.wmv
Type:Windows Media Video File

WMV file is a video file that contains video encoded with one of Microsoft's Windows Media Video proprietary codecs. WMV file uses the Advanced Systems Format (ASF) container format to encapsulate the encoded multimedia content.

Author: Microsoft Corporation
Group:Video Files
Entry: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.wmv

Software Programs That Open The Windows Media Video File:


CyberLink PowerDVD by CyberLink

Windows

Internet Explorer by Microsoft Corporation

Windows
Mac

Microsoft Windows Media Player by Microsoft Corporation

Windows
Windows Phone
Mac

Mozilla Firefox by Mozilla

Windows
Mac
iOS
Android
Linux
Solaris
illumos

Google Drive by Google

iOS
Android
Web

Apple QuickTime Player by Apple

Windows
Mac

Eltima Elmedia Player by Open Source

Mac

Nullsoft Winamp by Nullsoft

Windows
Mac
Android

Audials One 2017 by Audials AG

Windows

Xilisoft Video Converter Ultimate by Xilisoft Corporation

Windows

olimsoft OPlayer by Apple

iOS

J2 Interactive MX Player by Interscape

Android

Roxio Creator NXT Pro 6 by Roxio

Windows

CyberLink PowerDirector 15 Ultra by CyberLink

Windows

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WMV File Popularity


Primary OS Ranking

Windows (97.14%)
Macintosh (2.06%)
Linux (0.73%)
Chrome (0.05%)
Other (0.01%)

OS Popularity

Windows (82.33%)
Android (11.56%)
iOS (3.43%)
Macintosh (1.71%)
Linux (0.60%)


Sources of WMV Problems


Common Problems Opening WMV Files

CyberLink PowerDVD Isn't There

If you attempt to load your WMV file, you experience a message such as "Can't Open WMV Files". Customarily, this means that CyberLink PowerDVD is not installed on %%os%%. This will prevent you from double-clicking to open the WMV file because the OS doesn’t know how to handle it.


Tip: Another WMV-related program can be selected to open the file by clicking "Show Apps" and finding the application.


Incorrect CyberLink PowerDVD Version

Your Windows Media Video File file is incompatible with CyberLink PowerDVD because you might have the wrong version installed. Installing the latest version of CyberLink PowerDVD from CyberLink is recommended. Your Windows Media Video File file was probably created by a newer release of CyberLink PowerDVD than what's currently installed your computer.


Tip: Investigate your WMV file by right-clicking and selecting "Properties" to find clues on what version you need.


Conclusion: The majority of WMV file opening issues are due to not having the correct CyberLink PowerDVD version installed.


Additional WMV Opening Issues

Even with the correct version of CyberLink PowerDVD installed, you can still experience difficulties opening WMVs. If you are still having problems opening WMV files, there may be other issues that are preventing you from opening these files. Issues that aren't software-related:

  • WMV file type Registry entries are wrong
  • Deletion of the WMV file description from the Registry by mistake
  • Defective install of a WMV program, such as CyberLink PowerDVD
  • File corruption affecting your WMV file
  • WMV file integrity has been compromised by malware
  • Hardware associated with WMV has outdated drivers
  • Too many applications are open on your PC to load your Windows Media Video File file successfully

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