How to open MPLS files on your device
If an error occurs when you try to open MPLS file on your device, you should do two things – install appropriate software and associate MPLS 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.
MPLS File Extension
- File type Blu-ray Movie Playlist Format
- File developer Blu-ray Disc Association
- File category Video Files
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What is a(n) MPLS file?
MPLS (Blu-ray Movie Playlist Format) is a file format used to store data related to movie clips. It is used in conjunction with other Blu-ray technology, and mainly stores programs which consitutes a movie upon sequence. Typically it contains information like title, chapters, playing times and angles.
Generally MPLS files are stored within the root of Blu-ray video folder along with BDMV and CLIPINF folders. It is also possible to play certain enabled Blu-ray discs with compatible media players like VLC or Cyberlink PowerDVD. Most of the popular video editing applications as well as modern image viewers can be used to open MPLS file.
How to open MPLS file?
There can be various causes of problems that can arise when opening opening .MPLS files. Each problem requires a different approach, but most can be solved by following he instructions below.
Step 1. Install a program that supports MPLS files
In order to open MPLS 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 MPLS extension.
Programs that can open MPLS files
Download installer for given application and launch it. After the installation has been completed, MPLS 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 MPLS 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 MPLS files.
Step 2. Associate given software with MPLS files
A situation can arise where user has an appropriate application supporting MPLS files installed on their system, but such application is not associated with this type of files. In order to associate given application with MPLS 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 MPLS 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 MPLS files.
Step 3. Check whether no other errors related to MPLS files occur
When the above-mentioned solutions fail, other options must be pursued. It is possible that the MPLS file in question is corrupted or damage. The most common causes of file damage are:
- File with MPLS 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 MPLS file is stored
- File icon does not represent the original file but is only a shortcut to the location where the MPLS file was saved and then deleted
- User account is not privileged to perform operations on MPLS files. In that case it is advised to contact the system administrator or an IT expert
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