What is the .divx file extension?
Files with the .divx file extension are commonly referred to as DivX-Encoded Movie Files. ?.divx files are video files that are compressed using the popular DivX codec from DivX, Inc. The DivX codec supports video resolution up to 1080 HD.
Advantage of DivX codec
The advantage of using the DivX codec is that it compresses lengthy video segments into small sizes with minimal loss of quality. Full DVDs can be compressed to fit into a single CD using this compression technique with minimal loss of quality.
Purpose of the DivX format
The .divx format is extensively used for distribution of video content over the Internet and is recognized by the majority of video playback software and DVD players.
Names of the programs that can open .divx files
If you use Windows, you may open a .divx file using any of the following programs:
- VideoLAN VLC Media Player
- The Core Media Player
- DivX Player
- Apple QuickTime Player using DivX codec
- SlowView
- Roxio Creator 2010
- CyberLink PowerDVD 10
- CyberLink PowerDVD 8
- DVD X Studios DVD X Player
If you use a Macintosh, you may open a .divx file using any of the following programs:
- DivX on Mac with Elmedia Player
- VideoLAN VLC Media Player
- Apple QuickTime Player using DivX codec
- Roxio Toast 10 Titanium
- DivX Player
If you use Linux, you may open a .divx file using the following program:
- VideoLAN VLC Media Player
Encountered a file type error while opening a .divx file?? ? How to fix the issue.
First, check if your media player recognizes the DivX format. If it does, then a likely cause for a file type error could be damaged file openers.
To repair the issue, use FileCure, which is a popular and easy-to-use file extension repair program. The software promptly fixes damaged file openers, allowing you to open the desired file.