The file isn't compatible with quicktime player.

Hi there. I have this problem while opening all .mov and .avi files on my "mac pro 2019". Is there any solution for this error?

Posted on Sep 23, 2020 1:36 AM

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Sep 23, 2020 2:55 AM in response to savasyalcin

What macOS, what codec?

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Sep 23, 2020 4:57 AM in response to Matti Haveri

macOS 10.15.05 and codec is right here..

Sep 23, 2020 5:59 AM in response to savasyalcin

That file is 15 years old and will not play in a modern version of QuickTime.

AVI files are dead and not supported.

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