How to Open Wmv Files on a Mac

This updated guide examines How to Open Wmv Files on a Mac and organizes the essential facts, background, and practical takeaways in clear American English.

Method 1of 3:

VLC

1. Download VLCif you do not already have it.
2. Locate the WMV file in the Finder.
3. Right-click on it and choose Open With>VLC.

Method 2of 3:

Flip4Mac (QuickTime)

1. Check to see if you already have Flip4Mac installed. Go to System Preferences and look at the bottom. If you see a pane called "Flip4Mac," you have it installed. If it is not installed, click here to buy it. Note that Flip4Mac is no longer offered for free. If you are willing to pay, or downloaded Flip4Mac while it was free, continue with these steps.
2. Locate the WMV file in the Finder.
3. Right-click on it and choose Open With>QuickTime Player.
4. Wait for the progress bar to finish.
5. If desired, go to File>Save to export as a.mov file.
   • Note that the resulting video will have a watermark. To eliminate the watermark, download the pro version of Flip4Mac.

Method 3of 3:

Filp Player

1. Buy Flip4Mac from the link above if you don't have it.
2. Open the Flip Player from your Applications folder.
3. Click "Open Other…"
4. Locate the WMV file and press "Open. "