Tips to open MOB file
Can't open the MOB file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open MOB files as well as a list of programs that support MOB files.
MOB file extension
| File Name |
MOBTV Video Format |
| File Developer |
MediaCorp |
| File Category |
Video Files |
The MOB file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the MOB files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the MOB file on each system platform.
What is MOB file?
The file with the extension MOB is the Video Files file type. The author of this format is MediaCorp. Additionally, the Video Files category contains 546 of other files. MOBTV Video Format is most often found on 1 operating systems. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Windows. The Windows Media Player application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Microsoft Corporation.
How to open MOB file?
An often recurring problem with MOBTV Video Format is that MOB is not associated with the correct program file. Thus, when you open MOB, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the MOB 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 Player
In this case, you should first verify that the Windows Media Player application is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing Windows Media Player into the operating system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open MOB files.
Programs to open MOB file
Remember to download programs supporting MOB files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Windows Media Player with MOB files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the MOB file to open in the Windows Media Player application, but you can set it manually. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. 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 MOB file with the Windows Media Player program.
Step 3. Update Windows Media Player to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the Windows Media Player program, it is possible that MOBTV Video Format requires a newer version of the program. In this case, use the Microsoft Corporation website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the MOB file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. File problems can be divided into the following:
The MOB file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the MOB file. 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. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file MOB or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected MOB files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the MOB 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. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged MOB files. You can restore the file from a backup or use MediaCorp help.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted MOB files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
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. If possible, you can try to move the MOB file to another location.
This problem usually affects more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file MOB to close. 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.
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