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Opening MXF files

Did your computer fail to open a MXF file? We explain what MXF files are and recommend software that we know can open or convert your MXF files.

What is a MXF file?

MXF is an acronym for for Material Exchange Format. The MXF file format was designed by the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers.

Files that contain the .mxf file extension are often referred to as the digital equivalent of video tape. These files contain video and audio data as well as other data bitstreams. They can be used in video recorders, cameras and on computers.

The MXF file format is a container format and MXF files can be converted into other video formats when needed. However, the proper video codec must be present in order to play the video that is contained in the MXF container file.

Software that will open, convert or fix MXF files

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About File Extension MXF

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