File extension .H264
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| H.264 Video Format | N/A | Video Files |
A H264 file is a video file that uses the highly efficient H.264 or MPEG-4-AVC (Advanced Video Coding) compression algorithm. The algorithm is very resource efficient and incorporates many features such as high definition support, which enable it to produce high quality compressed video and audio. This makes the H264 format an ideal choice for streaming video, such as YouTube, webinars and live broadcasts.
Compatibility and Usage
Given the popularity of the format, H264 files can be played on nearly any modern media player, including Windows Media Player, QuickTime Player, Real Player, VLC Media Player, and various proprietary players from Apple, Google and other tech companies. Additionally, many popular web browsers support playing embedded H264 video with HTML 5.
Similar Formats
The H264 video format is most often confused with other closely related forms of the MPEG-4 Part 10 standard such as .MP4, .M4V, and .MOV. However, all three formats serve different purposes and involve distinct encodings. For instance, you will typically find .MP4 files contain both video and audio streams, while a .M4V file is usually just the video data encoded in H.264.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
Programs for LINUX system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .H264) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .H264 extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .H264 file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .H264 extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .H264 extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .H264 file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .H264 file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .H264 file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .H264 file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .H264 file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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