Tips to open HDMOV file

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

HDMOV file extension

File Name QuickTime HD Movie Format
File Developer Apple
File Category Video Files

The HDMOV file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the HDMOV files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the HDMOV file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 2
  • 2
  • 1
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is HDMOV file?

The file with the extension HDMOV is the Video Files file type. The author of this format is Apple. In addition to this file, the Video Files category includes 546 related files. QuickTime HD Movie Format appears on 3 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Linux, Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. It is recommended to use QuickTime Player to handle this file. This is a program created by Apple, Inc.. Alternatively, you can use 4 other programs. VLC media player will apply when it is not possible to use QuickTime Player.

How to open HDMOV file?

An often recurring problem with QuickTime HD Movie Format is that HDMOV is not associated with the correct program file. This is manifested by the fact that HDMOV files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This problem can be easily remedied.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the HDMOV 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 QuickTime Player

In this case, you should first verify that the QuickTime Player application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name QuickTime Player into the system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file HDMOV with QuickTime Player. Below is a list of programs that support the file HDMOV.

Step 2. Create association of QuickTime Player with HDMOV files

However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the HDMOV file to open in the QuickTime Player 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. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the HDMOV file with the QuickTime Player program.

Step 3. Update QuickTime Player to the latest version

If, despite the association of the QuickTime Player program with the QuickTime HD Movie Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Apple, Inc. website and install the latest version.

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

The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:

Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. Usually this applies to HDMOV files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the HDMOV file that we want to open. However, remember that not every infected HDMOV file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the HDMOV file. 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 this. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular HDMOV file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Apple
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted HDMOV 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 operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. Copying the HDMOV 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. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file HDMOV to close. However, some background programs may block the HDMOV file while scanning. If this does not work either, restart the device.