M1V File Extension

What is M1V file?

M1V filename suffix is mostly used for MPEG-1 Video Format files. M1V file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Android, Mac OS, Windows system platform. M1V file belongs to the Video Files category just like 546 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling M1V files is QuickTime Player, but users can choose among 12 different programs that support this file format. On the official website of Apple, Inc. developer not only will you find detailed information about theQuickTime Player software, but also about M1V and other supported file formats.

Programs which support M1V file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open M1V files divided into 3 categories according to system platform supported. Files with M1V 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.

How to open file with M1V extension?

Being unable to open files with M1V extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with M1V extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with M1V files.

Step 1. Download and install QuickTime Player

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening M1V files is that no program that can handle M1V files is installed on user’s system. This one is an easy one. Select QuickTime Player or one of the recommended programs (for example, PowerDVD, Adobe Flash Professional, PowerDirector) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading QuickTime Player installed is by going to developer’s website (Apple, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of QuickTime Player and update if needed

If the problems with opening M1V files still occur even after installing QuickTime Player, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of QuickTime Player is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why M1V files are not compatible with QuickTime Player. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using QuickTime Player.

Step 3. Assign QuickTime Player to M1V files

If you have the latest version of QuickTime Player installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage M1V on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the M1V file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where QuickTime Player is installed, check the Always use this app to open M1V files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected M1V file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with M1V extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the M1V is not faulty

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 M1V file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the M1V file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the M1V is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the M1V file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the M1V file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with M1V extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the MPEG-1 Video Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle QuickTime Player

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with M1V extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with MPEG-1 Video Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with M1V files affecting older versions of given software.

Do you want to help?

If you have additional information about the M1V file, we will be grateful if you share it with our users. To do this, use the form here and send us your information on M1V file.