File extension FLV (.FLV) information


Windows cannot open FLV files?


If Windows is unable to open FLV files you may not have the appropriate program installed or may have a registry related error.

Format and name:

Flash Video File
Appropriate program for file extension FLV:
The .FLV file extension identifies video files compatible with flash. The .FLV video file was originally developed and supported by Macromedia (since purchased by Adobe), however is now supported by other companies as well. FLV files have gained a certain prominence by being used by YouTube for their video. Scan your system to prevent and identify association errors.


Additional comments:
To open .FLV files you will need to have the Adobe Flash Player installed. Alternatively there are a range of other programs that will also view .FLV files including VLC media player and Windows Media player.

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