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how to play mkv format in quick time ?

how to play mkv files in quick time ?

MacBook Pro, OS X Mountain Lion (10.8.5)

Posted on Jan 26, 2014 9:56 AM

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Jun 1, 2015 10:59 AM in response to Community User

how to play mkv files in quick time ?

What version of QT? OS or IOS?


1) QT 7: Install the Perian codec package.


2) QT X: Install the Perian codec package. Be advised that if you later upgrade Mountain Lion to Mavericks or Yosemite that the files will no longer play in the QT X player but should convert when opened with Perian installed.


3) IOS Devises: Use the VLC (or similar) software player to open and play MKV content.


4) Convert the MLV files to H.264/AAC content for compatibility with all current OS/IOS, QT X, QT 7, and third-party players. (I normally prefer the free HandBrake app for this but any similar free or commercial converter should also work.)

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