MAD File: What is it?

Written by:   |   Revised: November 26, 2018

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MAD File Summary

Most MAD files can be viewed with five known software applications, typically Media Player Classic developed by Open Source. It's main file type association is the Electronic Arts Madcow Movie File format, but also includes one other rarely-seen file types. Generally, these files are considered Game Files, but they can also be Uncommon Files.

File Extension MAD files have been identified on both desktop and mobile devices. They are fully or partially supported by Windows, Mac, and Xbox 360. These files have a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning they are not very commonly observed on your average hard disk.

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

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Varieties of MAD Files

  2 known file types use this extension

Leading MAD Type

.MAD
File Ext:.mad
Group:Electronic Arts Madcow Movie File

A MAD file is used by a variety of Electronic Arts games. It contains audio and video data that allow to play title and logo sequences, and open movies. Media Player Classic can only play the audio and not the video.

Organization: Electronic Arts
Division:Game Files
Entry: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.mad

Software Programs That Open The Electronic Arts Madcow Movie File:


Media Player Classic by Open Source

Windows

Electronic Arts The Sims 2 by Electronic Arts

Windows
Mac

Need for Speed: Underground by Electronic Arts

Windows
Xbox 360
PlayStation 2

Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit by Electronic Arts

Windows
Windows Phone
iOS
Android
Playstation 3 System Software
Xbox 360
Wii
webOS

Alternative MAD Types

.MAD
File Ext:.mad
Group:Access Module Shortcut

A MAD File is a shortcut file that links to a database module containing procedures written in the Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) language. It was used in older versions of Microsoft Access.

Organization: Microsoft Corporation
Division:Uncommon Files

Software Programs That Open Access Module Shortcut Files:


Microsoft Access by Microsoft Corporation

Compatible with:

Windows

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MAD Usage


Browser Rankings

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


Troubleshooting Problems Opening MAD Files


Typical MAD Opening Challenges

Media Player Classic Isn't There

You attempt to load your MAD file and get an error such as "%%os%% Can't Open The MAD File Extension". Usually, this is because you do not have Media Player Classic for %%os%% installed. The OS won't know what to do with your MAD file, so double-clicking to load the file doesn't work.


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


Outdated Media Player Classic

It is possible that your version of Media Player Classic isn't able to open your Electronic Arts Madcow Movie File file due to incompatibility. If you've got the wrong version of Media Player Classic installed, you'll need to install the correct version. This problem is most common when you have an older version of the software application, and your file was created by a newer version that it cannot recognize.


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


Summary: Not having the right Media Player Classic version on your computer can cause problems opening MAD files.


Other MAD File Issues

In the majority of cases, installing the right version of Media Player Classic will resolve your issue. If you're still experiencing problems opening MAD files, there could be other computer problems. Problems unrelated to software:

  • Windows Registry MAD file paths that are incorrect
  • The MAD file description within the Windows Registry was removed
  • Media Player Classic or another MAD application experienced a flawed installation
  • Your MAD can't be loaded properly (file corruption)
  • The MAD is infected with a virus
  • Drivers associated with MAD software need to be updated
  • Windows cannot load your Electronic Arts Madcow Movie File file due to insufficient resources (eg. RAM)

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