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Expand your knowledge of macOS video and music formats with in-depth articles from the professionals and developers of Elmedia Player.
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What is an MKV File
How-to MKV

How to Play MKV Files on Mac

Mac devices won’t support playing MKV files out of the box. Discover the best methods to play MKV files on your Mac device for the optimum solution.
Olga Weis
Jun 3, 2025
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How-to

How to Change Default Video Player on Mac

Although the default video player on Mac, Quicktime, is not bad, you may want to switch to a better one. We have detailed instructions for you on how to change your default media player on Mac.
Olga Weis
Sep 4, 2024
Elmedia Player
Solutions

Why Video is Choppy or Lagging on VLC and How to Fix It

Facing VLC video lagging? Keep on reading to discover proven ways of fixing the VLC stuttering problems.
Olga Weis
Sep 19, 2024
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Best Music Players for Mac in 2026

Looking for the best music player for Mac available? This article highlights advanced Mac music players that are worth checking out.
Olga Weis
Apr 6, 2026
MKV

MKV Codec: all you need to know about it

There are plenty of MKV plugins out there. Learn more about them, and decide whether you need to use one!
Jul 23, 2025
How-to WMV

How to Deal with the QuickTime WMV Issue?

You’ve probably noticed already that QuickTime player can’t open WMV files. However, there are several solutions available and we’re presenting them to you.
Jun 27, 2025
VOB

VOB File Extension: What is It and How to Open One

Learn what is a VOB file, what media it contains, the pros and cons, and what apps can play VOB file format on Mac, TV, DVD, and other devices
Jun 25, 2025
MP4

What is an MP4 file?

What is MP4? The MPEG group has created one of the most widespread digital video formats to date. Find out more on our website.
Jun 24, 2025
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MKV vs. MP4: Which One better to Choose?

How to Choose between MP4 or MKV Format? In this article, we'll take a look at their performance in different fields, under different conditions.
Jun 11, 2025
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FLAC vs. MP3: Choosing the best file format for your music

Is FLAC better than MP3 for high-quality music playback? Find out more about these formats and the best media player for playing them both.
Jun 6, 2025
Solutions

Frame by Frame Video Player for macOS

Change the way you watch videos by using a video player with frame by frame support. Find the specific frame you want with Elmedia video player.
Jun 3, 2025
How-to WAV

How to Open WAV Files on Mac

Looking for the best way to play WAV on a Mac? Read on to find out about the best WAV players available, and how to make use of them.
Jun 3, 2025
How-to

How to Play WMA Files on Mac

Can’t play WMA files on Mac? Discover how to play WMA on macOS [best WMA player for Mac included]
Jun 3, 2025
How-to

How to Open NSV Files on Mac

Wondering how to open NSV files? This article will provide the best solutions to play NSV on Mac and PC, along with step-by-step guides.
Jun 3, 2025
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