Kinds of MKV Files

Leading MKV Type

.MKV

File Name:	.mkv
Group:	Matroska Video File

An MKV file is a video container format that is compatible with some types of audio and video codecs. The Matroska video format has become widely used with the anime fan-subbing community because it supports several audio and subtitle tracks within the same file. MKV files also can be played on Palm, Symbian, and Pocket PC mobile devices using the CorePlayer Mobile software.

Developer:	Various Developers
Group:	Video Files
Folder:	HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.mkv

Software Programs That Open The Matroska Video File:

CyberLink PowerDVD by CyberLink

Windows

MPlayer by The MPlayer Team

Windows

Mac

Linux

Eltima Elmedia Player by Open Source

Mac

ShedWorx Smart Converter by Shedworx

Mac

Nero 2017 by Nero AG

Windows

Roxio Popcorn by Roxio

Mac

Media Player Classic by Open Source

Windows

BIT LABS Simple MP4 Video Player by Open Source

Android

olimsoft OPlayer by Apple

iOS

PentaLoop PlayerXtreme Media Player by Apple

iOS

BS.player by Webteh

Windows

KMPlayer by Pandora Tv

Windows

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MKV Troubleshooting

Frequent MKV Opening Issues

Missing CyberLink PowerDVD

Double-clicking your MKV file prompts the message "- Can't Open MKV File". Usually, this is because you do not have CyberLink PowerDVD for - installed. Your operating system cannot associate your MKV with CyberLink PowerDVD, so double-clicking the file won't work.

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

CyberLink PowerDVD Requires Update

Your Matroska Video File file is incompatible with CyberLink PowerDVD because you might have the wrong version installed. Download the latest CyberLink PowerDVD version from the CyberLink website to ensure you have the correct one installed. This issue mainly occurs when your Matroska Video File file was created by a newer version of CyberLink PowerDVD than you have on your PC.

Tip: You can sometimes get hints about the right program version by right-clicking on the MKV file, selecting "Properties", and looking at the version information.

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

Other Causes of MKV File Opening Problems

Assuming you have the right CyberLink PowerDVD version installed, other problems can prevent you from opening MKV files. If you are continuing to have errors with loading MKV files, other external issues might be to blame. Additional factors include:

• MKV file references in the Windows Registry are broken
• Corruption of the MKV file description inside the Registry
• Partial installation of CyberLink PowerDVD that did not fully complete
• MKV file corruption
• Your MKV has adversely impacted by malware
• Drivers associated with MKV software need to be updated
• Too many applications are open on your PC to load your Matroska Video File file successfully