MOVIE File Extension
QuickTime Movie Format
- File Type movie
- Developer Apple
- Popularity
- Application QuickTime
- Category Video Files
What is a MOVIE file?
The MOVIE extension is related to QuickTime Movie Format and is classified in the Video Files category, which contains 445 files.
The QuickTime Movie Format (MOVIE) was created by Apple, a company that developed file format and produced 72 programs for their use.
MOVIE files are compatible with various operating systems, including Windows. If you need to play a MOVIE file, you can use one of 2 programs, such as QuickTime and Cucusoft MPEG/AVI to DVD/VCD/SVCD Converter Pro.
MIME types
- video/x-sgi-movie
Programs that support MOVIE files
How to open a MOVIE file?
If you’re having difficulty opening a MOVIE file, it is often due to not having the correct software. To solve the problem, choose a compatible program from the list. Then follow the link to the official developer site, download the software, and install it on your device.
QuickTime and Cucusoft MPEG/AVI to DVD/VCD/SVCD Converter Pro are among the most widely used programs for handling MOVIE files. To set up the newest version of QuickTime on your device, simply go to the official Apple website. There you can download the edition compatible with every operating system.
Once the process is complete, QuickTime should take over as the default application for MOVIE files.
Make QuickTime the default MOVIE viewer
Change the default app to open files on Mac
- Right click or use Control + Left Click on the desired MOVIE file to access a dropdown menu of actions;
- Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
- At the bottom of the window, you will find the "Enable" menu. Default, will be set to "Recommended Programs";
- Choose "All Programs" in this menu and search for QuickTime. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default program.
Change default programs in Windows
- Start by right-clicking on your MOVIE file, then select "Open With" and continue by clicking "Choose another app" from the options provided;
- Inside the popup window, scroll through the list of applications and specifically choose QuickTime as the application to associate with your MOVIE file;
- Check the "Always use this app" checkbox and click "OK".
Finding answers to MOVIE file problems
Rest assured, any issues with MOVIE files can typically be addressed with simple software adjustments. See the tips below for help.
What are the steps to repair a damaged MOVIE file?
Open the damaged MOVIE file in a recovery program and select the "Repair" menu item to start the repair operation. Allow the recovery process to complete, which will automatically repair the damaged video files.
What are the methods to detect if my MOVIE file has been corrupted?
The signs of corrupted MOVIE video files can manifest as:
- Unexplained MOVIE file size inflation;
- QuickTime or other programs stop responding or crash when trying to handle the file;
- When opening the file, errors occur or the inability to access its contents;
- While working with the file, error alerts are encountered;
What are the reasons behind QuickTime crash?
Insufficient software updates can contribute to QuickTime crash. To avoid this, make sure that you have installed the latest updates for Apple products.
A computer restart is often the key to solving numerous common problems. That’s why, it is recommended to restart the computer before making any changes to the software settings.