ML20 File Extension

What is ML20 file?

ML20 is a file extension commonly associated with Mercury Messenger For Mac Video files. ML20 files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with ML20 extension are categorized as Video Files files. The Video Files subset comprises 546 various file formats. VLC media player is by far the most used program for working with ML20 files. VLC media player software was developed by VideoLAN Project Team, and on its official website you may find more information about ML20 files or the VLC media player software program.

Programs which support ML20 file extension

The following listing features ML20-compatible programs. Files with ML20 suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with ML20 extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening ML20 files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with ML20 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 ML20 files.

Step 1. Get the VLC media player

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports ML20 files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install VLC media player. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download VLC media player installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit VideoLAN Project Team website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update VLC media player to the latest version

You still cannot access ML20 files although VLC media player is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that VLC media player cannot handle files with ML20 may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of VLC media player should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open ML20 files to VLC media player

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate ML20 files with latest version of VLC media player you have installed 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

• Clicking the ML20 with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the VLC media player installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open ML20 files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected ML20 file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select VLC media player and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with ML20 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the ML20 is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the ML20 file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The ML20 may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the ML20 is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the ML20 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the ML20 file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with ML20 extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Mercury Messenger For Mac Video file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run VLC media player

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support ML20 files. Close all running programs and try opening the ML20 file.

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Mercury Messenger For Mac Video files. It may be the case that the ML20 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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