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What are F4V files and how to open them

Are you having problems opening a F4V file or are you simply curious about its contents? We're here to explain the properties of these files and provide you with software that can open or handle your F4V files.

What is a F4V file?

A .F4V file is a Flash Video file.

Files that contain the .f4v file extension are Flash video files. The video content is encoded using the H.264 video codec, also referred to as MPEG-4.

The F4V file format is the widely-used standard format for the distribution of dynamic media across the Internet. F4V files are actually container files that are used for the playback of certain media files.

F4V files contain media content that is delivered over the Internet for playback in the Adobe Flash Player. At some point, it was estimated that up to 80 percent of online videos were viewed using Adobe Flash technology. Today Flash has been deprecated on most web browsers, and other formats have taken over.

How to open F4V files

We have identified three F4V openers that are compatible with this specific type of F4V file.

Programs that open Flash Video files

Last updated: February 20, 2024

Various apps that use files with this extension

These apps are known to open certain types of F4V files. Remember, different programs may use F4V files for different purposes, so you may need to try out a few of them to be able to open your specific file.

Any Video ConverterAny Video ConverterVerified
VLC Media PlayerVLC Media PlayerVerified
KMPlayerKMPlayerVerified
MediaMonkeyMediaMonkeyVerified
K-Lite Mega Codec PackK-Lite Mega Codec PackVerified
Wondershare Video EditorWondershare Video EditorVerified
Shark007 Advanced CodecsShark007 Advanced CodecsVerified
AVS Media PlayerAVS Media PlayerUser submitted
PotPlayerPotPlayerUser submitted
5KPlayer5KPlayerUser submitted

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