Explaining how to resolve when media player cannot play on Windows 10 and 11

This time, we will explain how to solve the problem when the media player (Windows Media Player) cannot be played on Windows 10 or Windows 11.

If the media player cannot play on Windows, the following may be the cause:

• Codec not installed
• File format not supported
• Cannot be played with current Windows Media Player

This article provides specific solutions for when the media player cannot be played due to these reasons, and explains what to do when the media player cannot be found. Please refer to this guide if you are having trouble with your media player.

How to fix media player not playing on Windows 10, 11

In this article, we will explain what to do if the media player cannot play on Windows 10 or Windows 11.

• If MP4 cannot be played
• If the DVD cannot be played
• If MOV (video shot with iPhone) cannot be played
• If the file format is the cause
• If the file is corrupted
• If your PC is having trouble

I have included detailed instructions, so I hope you find them helpful.

If MP4 cannot be played

If you are unable to play files with Media Player on Windows 10 or Windows 11, it may be because a compatible codec is not installed.

In this case, you may want to reinstall Windows Media Player.

The reinstallation method is as follows.

[How to reinstall Windows 10, 11 media player]

1. Select "Start (Windows mark)".
2. Select "Settings (gear mark)".
3. Select "Apps".
4. Select "Apps & Features".
5. Select "Optional Features".
6. Select "Windows Media Player".
7. Select "Uninstall".
8. Once completed, search for "Windows Media Player" under "Add optional features".
9. When "Windows Media Player" appears, check it.
10. Select "Install".

After installation, please try again to see if the file can be played.

If the DVD cannot be played

The reason why Windows 10 and Windows 11 media players cannot play DVDs is because they do not come with a DVD codec.

Windows 8 and later media players do not come with a DVD codec, unlike before.
Therefore, DVD playback on media players is no longer possible on Windows 10 and 11.

In such cases, you will need to install an app separate from Windows Media Player. If it's free,VLC media playerThere is an application called.

In this way, if you cannot play the DVD, try watching it using another application.

If MOV (video shot with iPhone) cannot be played

If your Windows 10 or Windows 11 media player cannot play MOV videos shot on your iPhone, you will need an additional codec.

Videos shot with iPhone are often saved in HEVC format, and cannot be viewed on media players that do not have a codec compatible with this format. Please note that there are cases where you can play the file on Mac but not on Windows.

HEVC video extensions from device manufacturersInstall free codecs from orHEVC video extensionYou should be able to play it if you purchase it for 120 yen. If that doesn't work, you may want to use another application.

Another solution is to convert the video file itself. This is a method to convert MOV format files to MP4. In this item, “MOV conversion software (free) | New RealPlayerWe will explain how to use ``.

[How to convert MOV file to MP4]

1. MOV conversion software (free) | New RealPlayerobtain.
2. Start "Real Player Converter".
3. Select the video you want to convert.
4. Select "MP4" from "Format after conversion".
5. Select OK.
6. You can also specify the save destination.
7. Select the button labeled "Start".
8. Select OK when finished.

In this way, if a video shot with an iPhone cannot be played in Windows Media Player, try taking measures such as using a codec extension, using another media player, or converting the video to MP4. please.

If the file format is the cause

If the content cannot be played on Windows 10 or Windows 11 media player, the file format may not be supported.

The file formats supported by Windows Media Player are as follows.

(Microsoft official websiteThan)

• Windows Media formats (.asf, .wma, .wmv, .wm)
• Windows Media Metafiles (.asx, .wax, .wvx, .wvx, .wpl)
• Microsoft Digital Video Recording (.dvr-ms)
• Windows Media Download package (.wmd)
• Audio Visual Interleave (.avi)
• MPEG (.mpg, .mpeg, .m1v, .mp2, .mp3, .mpa, .mpe, .m3u)
• Musical Instrument Digital Interface (.mid, .midi, .rmi)
• Audio Interchange File Format (.aif, .aifc, .aiff)
• Sun Microsystems and NeXT (.au, .snd)
• Audio for Windows (.wav)
• CD audio track (.cda)
• Indeo Video Technology (.ivf)
• Windows Media Player skins (.wmz, .wms)
• QuickTime movie file (.mov)
• MP4 audio file (.m4a)
• MP4 video files (.mp4, .m4v, .mp4v, .3g2, .3gp2, .3gp, .3gpp)
• Windows audio files (.aac, .adt, .adts)
• MPEG-2 TS video file (.m2ts)
• Free Lossless Audio Codec (.flac)

If you cannot play the file in the above format, please check that your media player is up to date.

If the file is corrupted

If the media player cannot play on Windows 10 or Windows 11, the file may be corrupted.

In this case, you will need to check whether the file can be played on other devices and take other measures such as downloading it again.

Also, freeVLC media playerYou may be able to repair the video using something like this, so it might be a good idea to try it out.

[How to repair videos with VLC media player]

1. Launch VLC media player.
2. Select "Media".
3. Select "Open File".
4. If it can be played, it may be possible to repair it, so proceed to the next step.
5. Select "Media".
6. Select Change/Save.
7. Select Add from the File tab.
8. Select the appropriate video.
9. Select "▼" to the right of "Change/Save".
10. Select Convert.
11. Select Browse.
12. Specify the file name to convert.
13. Select the rightmost button in the "Profile" row.
14. From the Encapsulation tab, select the format of your video file.
15. Select the "Video Codec" tab.
16. Check "Video" and "Keep original video track".
17. Select the "Audio Codec" tab.
18. Check "Audio" and "Keep original audio tracks".
19. Set any profile name.
20. Select Create.
21. Select the profile name you set earlier.
22. Select Start.

If your PC is having trouble

If your media player cannot play on Windows 10 or Windows 11, there may be a temporary problem with your PC.

In this case, restarting your PC may solve the problem.

Especially if you were able to play the game before but suddenly can't, you may want to try restarting the game.

If you don't have a media player on Windows 10, 11

If you can't find the media player on Windows 10 or 11, you may be able to find it by looking in Windows Accessories.

Select "Start (Windows mark)" and look for a folder called "Windows Accessories" under the "W" item in the menu.
Open the "Windows Accessories" folder and look for "Windows Media Player."

Also, if the media player cannot be found using the above methods, reinstalling Windows Media Player may solve the problem.

The reinstallation procedure isIf MP4 cannot be playedPlease refer to the section below.

How to import CDs with media player on Windows 10 and 11

If you want to import CDs using a media player on Windows 10 or Windows 11, try the following method.

[How to import CDs using media player on Windows 10 and 11]

1. Start "Windows Media Player".
2. Connect the CD you want to import to your PC.
3. If "Autoplay" appears, cancel it.
4. Select "Rip CD" in the Media Player window. (The import button may be hidden, in which case click the ">>" button.)
5. When "Rip Options" appears, select "Do not add copy protection to imported music."
6. Check the checkbox.
7. Select OK.

Once the import is complete, make sure it is saved in "Music" in "Explorer (folder icon)".

How to burn CD with media player on Windows 10, 11

If you want to burn a CD using Windows 10 or Windows 11 media player, try the following method.

[How to burn a CD using a media player on Windows 10 and 11]

1. Start "Windows Media Player".
2. Right-click on the relevant song.
3. Select Add.
4. Select "Write List".
5. Add all the content you want to write using the same steps.
6. If you want to rearrange the content, right-click on the content in the "Write" tab and select "Move Up" or "Move Down". Alternatively, you can rearrange by dragging.
7. If you have added content by mistake and want to delete it, you can right-click the content and select "Remove from list". (If you want to delete all contents, select "Clear list" from ">>" displayed under the tab)
8. Connect the new CD-R to your PC. (If "Autoplay" appears, please cancel it.)
9. Select the check mark that appears under the Burn tab.
10. Select "Audio CD".
11. Select "Start Burning".
12. Once completed, the CD will come out.

If the message "Some files could not be written" is displayed, try writing again. If you are unable to write, please check if the song may be protected by copyright protection or copy protection.

Summary of solutions for when media player cannot play on Windows 10 and 11

This time, we explained how to solve cases where media player cannot play on Windows 10 or Windows 11.

Although Windows Media Player supports many file formats, some formats may not be supported or may require additional codecs.

In this case, you can reinstall to update to the latest version, add a paid codec, or obtain another media player.

First, try reinstalling Windows Media Player, and if the problem persists, consider other methods.