Tips to open MQV file

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

MQV file extension

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

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

Operating systems
  • 3
  • 2
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is MQV file?

The MQV file has been categorized as Video Files. The creator of this file is Sony. Video Files consists of 546 similar files. Sony Movie 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. The MPlayer, GOM Player, Adobe Mocha for Adobe After Effects programs will also handle the file when the QuickTime Player program does not fulfill its role.

How to open MQV file?

An often recurring problem with Sony Movie Format is that MQV is not associated with the correct program file. This is manifested by the fact that MQV 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 MQV 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

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that QuickTime Player is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name QuickTime Player in it. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file MQV with QuickTime Player. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open MQV files.

Step 2. Create association of QuickTime Player with MQV files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the MQV file still does not use the QuickTime Player program, it means no association. 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. 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. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the MQV file with the QuickTime Player program.

Step 3. Update QuickTime Player to the latest version

The fault may also lie with the QuickTime Player program, it is possible that Sony Movie Format requires a newer version of the program. 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 MQV 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 affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the MQV file. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the MQV file that we want to open. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover MQV files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the MQV file. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
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 MQV files. 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 file MQV except for the special designation, works normally, but only on the device where it was encrypted, before transferring it to another machine, decryption is required.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. Copying the MQV file to another location will fix the problem.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the MQV file again. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the MQV file for a certain period of time. If nothing helps, please reset the device.