Tips to open SRT file
Can't open the SRT file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open SRT files as well as a list of programs that support SRT files.
SRT file extension
| File Name |
SubRip Subtitle Format |
| File Category |
Video Files |
The SRT file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the SRT files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the SRT file on each system platform.
What is SRT file?
The .SRT file is a text file. Contains subtitles for the footage. Initially, the format was used for subtitles obtained from movies using OCR technology. It is now recognized as a full-fledged subtitle format. Each line relates to one string display and has a sequential number. The time of displaying the text is determined by the start and end time with an accuracy to milliseconds. Additionally, it supports basic text formatting, i.e. bolds, italics, underlines and text coloring.
How to open SRT file?
The most common problem when using SubRip Subtitle Format is that a specific SRT is not associated with the program. This is manifested by the fact that SRT 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 SRT 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 MPlayer
In this case, you should first verify that the MPlayer application is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name MPlayer in it. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below is a list of programs that support the file SRT.
Programs to open SRT file
Remember to download programs supporting SRT files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of MPlayer with SRT files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the SRT file still does not use the MPlayer program, it means no association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. 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. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the SRT file with the MPlayer application.
Step 3. Update MPlayer to the latest version
If, despite the association of the MPlayer program with the SubRip Subtitle Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the The MPlayer Team page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the SRT 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:
The SRT file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to SRT 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. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file SRT or the program directory. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover SRT files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the SRT files changes over time. 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.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular SRT file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting N/A, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted file SRT 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.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. If possible, you can try to move the SRT file to another location.
This problem usually affects 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. However, some background programs may block the SRT file while scanning. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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