AVI-2 File Extension

What is AVI-2 file?

Full format name of files that use AVI-2 extension is GOM Media Player Data Format. AVI-2 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with AVI-2 extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The software recommended for managing AVI-2 files is GOM Media Player. GOM Media Player software was developed by GRETECH CORP., and on its official website you may find more information about AVI-2 files or the GOM Media Player software program.

Programs which support AVI-2 file extension

Programs that can handle AVI-2 files are as follows. Files with AVI-2 extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

Updated: 04/03/2020

How to open file with AVI-2 extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening AVI-2 files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with AVI-2 files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install GOM Media Player

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening AVI-2 files is that no program that can handle AVI-2 files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download GOM Media Player and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support AVI-2 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download GOM Media Player installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit GRETECH CORP. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of GOM Media Player

If you already have GOM Media Player installed on your systems and AVI-2 files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that GOM Media Player cannot handle files with AVI-2 may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of GOM Media Player is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open AVI-2 files to GOM Media Player

If you have the latest version of GOM Media Player installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage AVI-2 on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the AVI-2 file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where GOM Media Player is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open AVI-2 files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with AVI-2 extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with AVI-2 extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the AVI-2 file is complete and free of errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper AVI-2 file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the AVI-2 file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the AVI-2 file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. AVI-2 file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with AVI-2 extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the AVI-2 file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. It could happen the the download process of file with AVI-2 extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the GOM Media Player Data Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle GOM Media Player

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support AVI-2 files. Close all running programs and try opening the AVI-2 file.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with GOM Media Player Data Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with AVI-2 files affecting older versions of given software.

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