OPUS File

What are OPUS files and how to open them

Are you having problems opening an OPUS 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 OPUS files.

What is an OPUS file?

An .OPUS file is an Opus compressed audio file.

The .opus file extension is used for an audio codec format created by the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF). These OPUS files contain digital audio data that is stored in an OGG container. Some VoIP tools generate these .opus files through its embedded set of telephony features and voice recording functions. These OPUS files are also used by some applications that provide interactive audio-related functions and real-time Web streaming services for audio data. These include Web frameworks, music streaming programs, and instant messaging (IM) tools with voice chat and audio recording features.

How to open OPUS files

We have identified four OPUS openers that are compatible with this specific type of OPUS file.

Programs that open Opus compressed audio files

Last updated: February 20, 2024

Various apps that use files with this extension

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

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