M2V File Description

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M2V File Summary

Seven known software programs (notably, CyberLink PowerDVD developed by CyberLink) are related to the M2V file extension. In addition, they are categorized under a single primary file type, described as the MPEG-2 Packetized Elementary Stream format. Generally, these files are considered Video Files.

The M2V File Extension can be viewed on the Windows, Mac, and Android operating systems. They are supported on both desktop and mobile devices. M2V files have a "Low" Popularity Rating; this means that they are not present on most devices.

If you are having problems opening M2V files, or would simply like to learn more about the software programs and developers that are associated with them, please see the complete information contained below.

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Varieties of M2V Files


Main M2V Affiliation

.M2V
File Ext:.m2v
Group:MPEG-2 Packetized Elementary Stream

An M2V file is a video encoded using the MPEG-2 compression. M2V files are created by demultiplexing (demuxing) an existing MPEG-2, or by converting another video format to MPEG-2.

Created by: Webteh
Function:Video Files
Entry: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.m2v

Software Programs That Open The MPEG-2 Packetized Elementary Stream:


CyberLink PowerDVD by CyberLink

Windows

Apple QuickTime Player by Apple

Windows
Mac

Nullsoft Winamp by Nullsoft

Windows
Mac
Android

BS.player by Webteh

Windows

Microsoft Windows Media Encoder 9 by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

Roxio Creator NXT Pro 6 by Roxio

Windows

CyberLink PowerDirector 15 Ultra by CyberLink

Windows

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M2V Demand


Popular OS Rank

Windows 7 (48%)
Windows 10 (42%)
Windows 8.1 (5%)
Windows XP (2%)

Top Browsers

Chrome (58.80%)
Firefox (11.05%)
Internet Explorer (9.04%)
Edge (8.46%)
Safari (3.87%)


Troubleshooting Problems Opening M2V Files


Issues Opening M2V Files

CyberLink PowerDVD Isn't There

Double-clicking your M2V file prompts the message "%%os%% Can't Open M2V File". If this is the case, it's usually due to the fact that you do not have CyberLink PowerDVD for %%os%% installed on your computer. The OS won't know what to do with your M2V file, so double-clicking to load the file doesn't work.


Tip: If you have another software that you know opens M2V files, you can select it by hitting the "Show Apps" button.


CyberLink PowerDVD Requires Update

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of CyberLink PowerDVD installed that's incompatible with your MPEG-2 Packetized Elementary Stream type. Visit the CyberLink website to download (or purchase) the latest version of CyberLink PowerDVD. This issue mainly occurs when your MPEG-2 Packetized Elementary Stream file was created by a newer version of CyberLink PowerDVD than you have on your PC.


Tip: Sometimes you can get a clue about the version of M2V file you have by right clicking on the file, then clicking on "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac OSX).


Regardless, most of the M2V file opening problems relate to not having the right version of CyberLink PowerDVD installed.


Additional M2V Opening Issues

Errors opening MPEG-2 Packetized Elementary Stream files can still occur even with the latest CyberLink PowerDVD software installed on your computer. There can be other issues - unrelated to software - preventing you from opening M2V files. Problems unrelated to software:

  • M2V file references in the Windows Registry are broken
  • Deletion of the M2V file description from the Registry by mistake
  • CyberLink PowerDVD or another M2V application experienced a flawed installation
  • M2V file corruption
  • Malware-tainted M2V file can't be opened
  • Hardware related to M2Vs has device driver corruption
  • Your PC doesn’t have enough available resources to open the MPEG-2 Packetized Elementary Stream file

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