MPEG1 File Extension

The MPEG1 file extension was created by Developer and is also known as the MPEG-1 Video File. MPEG1 is classified as a Video Files and This File type categories under Zip, Text, Binary and XML, however, the format of this file format has not been determined yet. You can open MPEG1 files in VideoLAN VLC media player program.

MPEG-1 Video File Type

MPEG-1 Video File Type
Extension .mpeg1
Developer Not Available
Popularity 5.0 (3 Votes)
Mime Type video/mpeg
Default Program VideoLAN VLC media player
Category Video Files
Format Binary
Updated 7/1/2025

What is a MPEG1 File Type?

Some MPEG1 files incorporate MPEG-2 compression instead of MPEG-1. They can also be read by most media players.

Free Online MPEG1 Tools & Apps

Access powerful and secure free online MPEG1 tools to convert, view, edit, merge, split, and compare MPEG1 files — all without installing any software. Our tools support the .MPEG1 (MPEG-1 Video File) file extension and run smoothly in any modern browser.

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MPEG1 Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the MPEG-1 Video File .MPEG1 File Extensions while opening the .MPEG1 files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open MPEG1 Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for MPEG-1 Video File on your system such as VideoLAN VLC media player.
  2. Associate default Videolan VideoLAN VLC media player program for *.mpeg1 (MPEG-1 Video File) files.

    Associate MPEG1 Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.MPEG1 (e.g example.mpeg1) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Videolan VideoLAN VLC media player program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .mpeg1 files.

    Associate MPEG1 Default Program on MacOs
    1. Click *.MPEG1 (e.g example.mpeg1) file and click information -> Open With.
    2. In the programs list, click Videolan VideoLAN VLC media player program Or other appropriate program that you want.
    3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
    4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .VideoLAN VLC media player extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

All Platform Software Programs for MPEG1 File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the MPEG1 files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open MPEG1 File on Windows

Software License Developer
VideoLAN VLC media player image. VideoLAN VLC media player 3 for Windows Open Source VideoLAN

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen MPEG1 File on Mac OS

Software License Developer
VideoLAN VLC media player image. VideoLAN VLC media player 3 for MacOs Open Source VideoLAN

Linux logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen MPEG1 file on Linux

Software License Developer
VideoLAN VLC media player image. VideoLAN VLC media player 3 for Linux Open Source VideoLAN

Website logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen MPEG1 file on Web

Software License Developer

iOS logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen MPEG1 file on iOS

Software License Developer
Pentaloop PlayerXtreme Media Player image. Pentaloop PlayerXtreme Media Player 5 for iOS Freeware Pentaloop
VideoLAN VLC for iOS image. VideoLAN VLC for iOS 2 for iOS Open Source VideoLAN

Android logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen MPEG1 file on Android

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About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

MPEG1 file extension icon image.About MPEG1 - MPEG-1 Video File

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Updated 7/1/2025