Tips to open MMV file

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

MMV file extension

File Name MicroMV Video Format
File Developer Sony
File Category Video Files

The MMV file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the MMV files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the MMV file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 4
  • 1
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is MMV file?

The MMV file has been categorized as Video Files. The author of this format is Sony. In addition to this file, the Video Files category includes 546 related files. MicroMV Video Format is supported by 2 operating systems. These systems consist of Mac OS, Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The main program that supports this format is QuickTime Player. This was created by Apple, Inc.. Alternatively, you can use 4 other programs. You can use Media Player Classic, Nero ShowTime, Nero Multimedia Suite in case QuickTime Player cannot be used.

How to open MMV file?

An often recurring problem with MicroMV Video Format is that MMV is not associated with the correct program file. This is manifested by the fact that MMV 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 MMV 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. This can be achieved by typing QuickTime Player into the operating system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file MMV with QuickTime Player. Below is a list of programs that support the file MMV.

Step 2. Create association of QuickTime Player with MMV files

If, despite the installed application, the MMV file does not start in the QuickTime Player application, you must create a file association. 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. The program should be visible in the window, otherwise it should be selected manually using the "Browse" button and the program installation directory should be indicated. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the QuickTime Player application as the default for handling the MMV file.

Step 3. Update QuickTime Player to the latest version

The fault may also lie with the QuickTime Player program, it is possible that MicroMV Video Format requires a newer version of the program. In this case, use the Apple, Inc. website or update the program from the application.

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

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

The MMV file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This suggests truncating the MMV file contents when downloading or copying. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our MMV file. Sometimes virus-infected MMV files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the MMV file. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair MMV file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Sony, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted MMV files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. Copying the MMV 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. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If this does not work either, restart the device.