How to Play WMV Files on Mac Using Pavtube iMedia Converter and Other Methods

Are you tired of not being able to play WMV files on your Mac? If so, this article will guide you through the process of converting WMV files for playback on QuickTime Player 7 on your Mac running macOS Sierra or later.

One effective method is to use Pavtube iMedia Converter for Mac, a powerful video conversion tool that can convert videos of all formats, including WMV, AVI, MKV, H.265/HEVC, and many others. With its user-friendly interface, this app supports conversions of over 160+ video format types. To get started, download Pavtube iMedia Converter for Mac from the buttons below.

Once installed, open the app to enter its default interface. Then, follow these steps:

1. Click on 'File' and select 'Add Video/Audio' to import your WMV file.

2. Choose the output format as MOV for QuickTime Player 7 playback.

3. Set the output directory and click on the 'Convert' button.

After conversion, you can open the converted MOV file in QuickTime Player 7 for playback.

Alternatively, you can use other methods to play WMV files on your Mac:

Method 2: Download and Install Flip4Mac Plugin

Flip4Mac is a plugin that allows you to import, export, and play Windows Media video and audio files on your Mac. To download and install the plugin, follow these steps:

1. Go to the Flip4Mac website and click on the 'Download' button.

2. Run the installer and follow the prompts to complete the installation.

Once installed, launch QuickTime Player 7 and go to 'File' > 'Import' to import your WMV file for playback.

Method 3: Use MPlayer OSX

MPlayer OSX is a simple but powerful video player designed specifically for Mac. To use it, follow these steps:

1. Download and install MPlayer OSX from the official website.

2. Launch MPlayer OSX and go to 'File' > 'Open File' to select your WMV file.

You can also search for other WMV media players on the Mac App Store by typing in the format name or filename extension (such as '.wmv').

If none of these methods work, you may need to use a third-party video conversion tool to convert your WMV files for playback on QuickTime Player 7.

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