WVX File Extension

What is WVX file?

WVX is a file extension commonly associated with Windows Media Video Redirector files. Windows Media Video Redirector format was developed by Microsoft. WVX file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with WVX extension are categorized as Video Files files. The Video Files subset comprises 546 various file formats. Windows Media Player supports WVX files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 2 other tools may also be used. Windows Media Player software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about WVX files or the Windows Media Player software program.

Programs which support WVX file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support WVX files. WVX files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with WVX extension?

Problems with accessing WVX may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Windows Media Video Redirector files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the Windows Media Player

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening WVX files is that no program that can handle WVX files is installed on user’s system. This one is an easy one. Select Windows Media Player or one of the recommended programs (for example, GOM Player, KMPlayer) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Windows Media Player installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Windows Media Player to the latest version

If the problems with opening WVX files still occur even after installing Windows Media Player, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Windows Media Player is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of Windows Media Player installed, it may not support WVX format. The most recent version of Windows Media Player is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Windows Media Player to WVX files

If you have the latest version of Windows Media Player installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage WVX on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the WVX file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Windows Media Player installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open WVX files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the WVX file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Windows Media Player and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with WVX extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the WVX file is complete and free of errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the WVX file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

Should it happed that the WVX 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. WVX file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the WVX file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with WVX extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Windows Media Video Redirector file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Windows Media Player

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Windows Media Video Redirector file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle WVX files.

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