QuickTime and AVCHD

quicktime wont open a avchd video file. I run OS 10.15.3. Checking INfo, it is a 15gb video file. I copy it from an SD card. Bur When I click to open the file nothing happens even if I say open with Quicktime.

MacBook Pro 15”, macOS 10.15

Posted on Feb 11, 2020 4:47 PM

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1 reply

raina_b22

Community Specialist

Feb 14, 2020 10:56 AM in response to RL-CRD

Hi RL-CRD,

I understand that you're attempting to open an AVCHD file with QuickTime and that it's not working.

I'd suggest reviewing this article about playing audio and video files on your Mac: If an audio or video file doesn't play on Mac - Apple Support

Enjoy your day.

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