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A .rar file is not a media file. It is a compressed archive. The archive itself may well contain one or more media files within it, but you must decompress the file to open them. In order to decompress a .rar file, you need a utility like WinRAR to open it.
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What is windows media?
It is any media file, Windows Media Player can play.
Why can't i play windows media files with windows media player?
You might not be able to play because of the lack of video or audio driver. The file extension could also be not supported by media player.
Why cant you play htm files on windows media player?
An HTML file is for web browsers only. It is not a media file at all. But you can have HTML files load media and have them play it in your browser.
Does windows media player play flv file format?
Yes,To play a flv file format, download and install a codec pack (such as klite codec pack, etc) which will enable to support flv format file playback in Windows Media Player.But it is recommended to install the codec pack after the installation of Windows Media Player. (When installing new version of WMP)
How do you convert windows movie maker files to play on windows media player?
In order to see a Windows Movie Maker project file on ANY media player, you must first Publish/Finish the video. This exports/converts the project file into Standard Viewing format. Then it can be played on a media player.
Can psp play avi format songs?
All music files can be opened in Windows Media player by right clicking on the mouse the file and selecting open with Windows Media Player.
How do you play a windows movie maker project in windows media player?
MSWMM (Microsoft Windows Movie Maker) files cannot be viewed in Windows Media Player.The project file must be Published or Finished in the program before it can be viewed in Media Player.
How do you play ipod music on windows media player?
u open the sistem of media player and open the file of the ipod that must be connected to the computer at that time.
Can windows media player play the mkv files?
No. Windows Media player can't play mkv files.
What is the smallest video file type that can play on both windows media player and DVD players?
avi. i think
How do I play m4v on windows media player?
You don't. You download quicktime and play them on there. No, windows media player doesn't support m4v video, but you can convert m4v video to wmv video at first, then windows media player can play it. M4V Converter Genius can convert m4v movies to avi, wmv, mp4, mov, mpeg, vob, flv, 3gp with high quality. Then you can play m4v movies on WMP.
What do you do when you try to play a video on windows media player and it doesn't show a picture?
If your Windows Media Player does not show the video portion of a file, it means you need to download the appropriate codecto play the file. The easiest way to do that is to download a codec package, which contains the most recent codecs available.Google: K-lite Codec Package and download the 'Basic' package. This will open most videos in Windows Media PlayerIt means to download a newer version of Windows Media Player.
