A WEBM file is a multimedia container format that is widely used for web video playback. It is designed to be a royalty-free alternative to other video formats like H.264. WEBM files typically contain video streams compressed with the VP8 or VP9 video codecs and audio streams compressed with the Vorbis or Opus audio codecs. WEBM files are commonly used for HTML5 video on the web.
How to open a WEBM file:
1. Web Browsers:
- Most modern web browsers, including Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and others, support playing WEBM files directly in the browser. You can simply open a webpage containing a WEBM video, and the browser will handle the playback.
2. Media Players:
- Many media players can play WEBM files. Popular options include VLC Media Player, MPC-HC (Media Player Classic – Home Cinema), and others.
3. Video Editing Software:
- Video editing software like Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and others may support the import and editing of WEBM files.
4. Converters:
- If you need to convert WEBM files to other formats, you can use video conversion tools like FFmpeg, HandBrake, or online converters.
Programs that may open WEBM files:
1. VLC Media Player:
- VLC is a versatile media player that supports a wide range of multimedia formats, including WEBM.
2. Google Chrome / Mozilla Firefox:
- Web browsers often have built-in support for playing WEBM files when encountered on a webpage.