Tips to open DVR file

Can't open the DVR file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open DVR files as well as a list of programs that support DVR files.

DVR file extension

File Name Microsoft Recorded TV Show
File Developer Microsoft
File Category Video Files

The DVR file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the DVR files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the DVR file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 5
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  • 0
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What is DVR file?

The file with the extension DVR is the Video Files file type. The author of this format is Microsoft. In addition to this file, the Video Files category includes 546 related files. Microsoft Recorded TV Show is most often found on 1 operating systems. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The Windows Media Center application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Microsoft Corporation. This file type can also be opened by 4 other programs. Windows Media Player, PowerDVD, PowerDirector, Freemake Video Converter will apply when it is not possible to use Windows Media Center.

How to open DVR file?

The main problem with Microsoft Recorded TV Show is that the DVR file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that DVR files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the DVR file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.

Step 1. Install Windows Media Center

The first step is to check if the computer has the Windows Media Center program installed. To do this, enter the name Windows Media Center into the system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below you will find a list of applications that support DVR files.

Step 2. Create association of Windows Media Center with DVR files

However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the DVR file to open in the Windows Media Center application, but you can set it manually. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the file. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. It may happen that in the next window there will be no appropriate program - however, this can be corrected with the "Browse" option where you should manually indicate the program location. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the DVR file with the Windows Media Center program.

Step 3. Update Windows Media Center to the latest version

If, however, after binding Windows Media Center with Microsoft Recorded TV Show there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Microsoft Corporation website and install the latest version.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the DVR file

Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. The most common file problems are:

The DVR file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to DVR files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file DVR or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected DVR files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
Older version of DVR file may not always be supported by the latest software version. On their websites, developers usually offer free solutions to such problems, e.g. in the form of a conversion program or an older version of the program.
There can be many reasons for the failure. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged DVR files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Microsoft
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted DVR files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. Copying the DVR file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file DVR to close. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If the problem persists, restart the machine.