How to open M3U files on your device
If an error occurs when you try to open M3U file on your device, you should do two things – install appropriate software and associate M3U files with this software. If this does not solve the problem, then the cause may be different – you will find more details in this article.
M3U File Extension
- File type Media Playlist Format
- File developer Nullsoft
- File category Audio Files
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What is a(n) M3U file?
The .M3U audio file stores playlists of video or audio files and their locations saved in text format. These files do not store the multimedia files themselves, so copying them will not provide the ability to play the list on other devices.
How to open M3U file?
There can be various causes of problems that can arise when opening opening .M3U files. Each problem requires a different approach, but most can be solved by following he instructions below.
Step 1. Install a program that supports M3U files
In order to open M3U file an appropriate program that supports this file format must be installed on the system. Below is the list of programs that support files with M3U extension.
Programs that can open M3U files
Download installer for given application and launch it. After the installation has been completed, M3U files should be opened with installed application by default next time you try to open this type of file.
Remember!
Not all listed applications will be capable of performing all operations on M3U files. Some applications may only be capable of opening such file and viewing its contents while the purpose of others may be converting files to other file formats. Therefore you should check beforehand the capabilities of applications in relation to M3U files.
Step 2. Associate given software with M3U files
A situation can arise where user has an appropriate application supporting M3U files installed on their system, but such application is not associated with this type of files. In order to associate given application with M3U files user should open a file submenu by right-clicking the file icon and selecting "Open with" option. System will display a list of suggested programs that can be used to open M3U files. Select appropriate option and check "Always use selected application to open this kind of files". System will save this information from now on use selected program to open M3U files.
Step 3. Check whether no other errors related to M3U files occur
When the above-mentioned solutions fail, other options must be pursued. It is possible that the M3U file in question is corrupted or damage. The most common causes of file damage are:
- File with M3U extension is incomplete (for example, file has not been downloaded completely from the internet or not copied properly from source)
- File data is corrupted
- Damaged or corrupted storage medium on which the M3U file is stored
- File icon does not represent the original file but is only a shortcut to the location where the M3U file was saved and then deleted
- User account is not privileged to perform operations on M3U files. In that case it is advised to contact the system administrator or an IT expert
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