Full format name of files that use MPSUB extension is MPlayer Subtitles Format. MPlayer Subtitles Format specification was created by MPlayer. MPSUB files are supported by software applications available for devices running Android, Linux, Mac OS, Windows. MPSUB file belongs to the Video Files category just like 546 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling MPSUB files is VLC media player, but users can choose among 4 different programs that support this file format. VLC media player software was developed by VideoLAN Project Team, and on its official website you may find more information about MPSUB files or the VLC media player software program.
The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with MPSUB files, divided into 4 categories based on operating system on which they are available. MPSUB files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.
Problems with accessing MPSUB may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with MPSUB 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 MPSUB files.
The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening MPSUB files is that no program that can handle MPSUB files is installed on user’s system. The most obvious solution is to download and install VLC media player or one to the listed programs: MPlayer, VLC media player for Android. 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.
You still cannot access MPSUB files although VLC media player is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that VLC media player cannot handle files with MPSUB may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of VLC media player is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.
If you have the latest version of VLC media player installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage MPSUB on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.
Change the default application in Windows
Change the default application in Mac OS
If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the MPSUB file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.
Should it happed that the MPSUB 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. MPSUB file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.
If you obtained the problematic MPSUB file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with MPSUB extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.
There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.
If the systems has insufficient resources to open MPSUB files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.
Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with MPlayer Subtitles Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle MPSUB files.
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