MPL File Type

- The quick facts

What are MPL files and how to open them

Are you having problems opening a MPL file or just wondering what they contain? We explain what these files are used for and show you software that we know can open or otherwise handle your files.

What is a MPL file?

MPL files have multiple uses, and AVCHD Video Playlist is one of them.

AVCHD Video Playlist

The AVCHD file format was created as a joint venture between the Panasonic and Sony brands. When certain Sony and Panasonic HD digital video cameras record 1080i and 720p signals using the proprietary codec technologies, the resulting video files are saved with the .mts file extension, and an associated MPL file is also created.

The MPL file created with the MTS file is used for navigating the recorded video files. It contains a list of recordings, including information about the recording date, etc.

How to open MPL files

Important: Different programs may use files with the MPL file extension for different purposes, so unless you are sure which format your MPL file is, you may need to try a few different programs.

While we have not verified the apps ourselves yet, our users have suggested 10 different MPL openers which you will find listed below.

Last updated: March 23, 2022

More file formats using the MPL extension

Through our research of MPL files, we know that the following formats exist. However, we have not yet analyzed them in detail, and we would love to hear from you if you have information about either of them.

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Various apps that use files with this extension

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