Users often encounter this or that type of file for the first time, discovering new data recording formats unknown to them before. At times, unfamiliar elements are accidentally detected on the device (by the way, in this case, you need to be extremely careful and check the object for its belonging to malware), they can also be sent by e-mail or get on the computer in other ways. At the same time, despite the general enlightenment, there are cases when the object does not want to open, and the user has no idea how and what to view it.

To identify the file, an extension is used, which is part of the name of the object after the dot and usually consisting of three or four characters. Thanks to him, the type of element is determined. When a user encounters an unfamiliar file extension, which is also not identified by the system, a logical question arises as to what exactly this object opens. The inability to start the file is usually associated with the banal absence of the necessary software on the device, but sometimes the cause is incorrect communication with the program, the effect of viruses, damage caused by various factors, etc.

The MPG extension is known to many users, even those who have not come across it directly, but not everyone. A considerable number of programs work with this format, so there should be no problems with running the file.

What is File Extension MPG?

The MPG format is quite common, it is a common video file standard developed by the Moving Picture Experts Group experts. Objects with this extension include digital video and audio tracks compressed in MPEG-1 or MPEG-2 encoding, in both cases synchronization of data streams is provided. Compression is performed with a small loss of quality, which is caused by the goal of speeding up the loading process. In this case, the principles of compression algorithms provide this type of files with a small size with a sufficiently high quality playback.

MPEG-1 and MPEG-2 files are very often used due to compatibility with many programs, they can be played on Windows, Linux and Mac operating systems, Android, iOS mobile OS and so on. Thanks to the universality of this standard, the format supports most modern media players with launch problems Objects with the extension “.mpg” are quickly solved.

Software to open MPG

If the file associations in the system are configured correctly, the necessary program is available, and the element is not damaged, it is started by double-clicking it. Searches than to open the MPG format usually begin when the standard playback procedure fails. Moreover, in most situations, the necessary software on the computer is still available, because the operating system is equipped with a large set of tools, including a player for watching videos, but you can also download a third-party application. To solve the problem, you can use the “Open with” option, which is available when you open the context menu (right-click on the object). The function assumes the choice of a program manually, and here you can also associate this type of files with a specific software so that this and similar elements always open up with the selected application by checking the appropriate box.

VLC

A powerful media player that allows you to open almost all known formats of video and audio files. The program offers the user many functions, including the possibility of using it as a server for streaming over the network. To open a video file with the .mpg extension directly from the media player, you need to perform the following steps:

1. In the "Media" menu, select the option "Open File" (Ctrl + O).
   

2. The window that opens offers you to select an object to open, move through the directories in search of the desired item, select it and click “Open”, and then playback will begin.
   

Gom player

Multifunctional media player, also capable of playing a large number of file types, including the MPG format, without requiring the download of third-party codecs. In the arsenal of the application, among other advantages, the ability to reproduce damaged and underloaded objects. You can open the file from the GOM Player interface in the following way:

1. Click on the player's logo in the upper left corner, where in the menu we select “Open file (s)” (or F2).
   

2. In the appeared explorer we find the required element and open it, then the file will play.
   

MPC

Media Player Classic player is a popular tool with a classic interface, which, despite its external simplicity, has decent functionality and is very easy to use. The player supports many formats, respectively, and MPG. Starting a video from MPC is simple:

1. In the "File" menu, select "Quickly open file" (Ctrl + Q).
   

2. Select an item from the explorer and click "Open", as a result of which the video will start.
   

KMPlayer

Not less famous player with a large set of options and a pleasant interface also supports an impressive number of formats. Naturally, using the player, you can open objects with the extension in question. You can open the MPG file from the program like this:

1. Click on the application logo in the upper left corner, select the option “Open file (s)” (or Ctrl + O) from the menu.
   

2. Find the desired object in the selection window and click "Open", after which the video will start.
   

Light alloy

The player for playing multimedia elements supports all the most popular modern file formats, including MPG. The player combines ease of use with the presence of a large set of options, Light Alloy is quite smart and does not load the operating system, and also pleases with a stylish interface. Run from the program as follows:

1. In the lower left corner there is a button in the form of a triangle, underlined with a line below, we press it.
   

2. From the opened conductor, select the desired item and open it, which will lead to the launch of the video file.
   

JetAudio

Mediacombine, which offers great opportunities to the user, including converting, recording sound, creating discs, listening and creating radio stations and other interesting functions. It is logical that the program supports work with such a format as MPG. Open the file from JetAudio as follows:

1. In the upper left corner, click on the first of the block of icons.
2. We call the context menu in an empty area of ​​the software window, where we select “Add Files” and then an item with the same name.
   

3. In the explorer we find the necessary element, select it and click "Open";
4. The object is displayed in the main program window, to launch it you need to click on it or select it and press the standard play button in the form of a triangle.
   

Winamp

The well-known player Winamp, characterized by simplicity, but at the same time and excellent functionality. It is interesting not only the possibility of changing themes, the presence of an equalizer or support for online radio, the player is also equipped with various codecs and plays just a huge number of media formats, of course, including MPG. Starting playback from Winamp is not difficult:

1. Go to the "File" menu, as usual, select "Open File" (L key).
   

2. We are looking for the desired item and launch it with the "Open" button.
   

You can also open several items for sequential playback, the option is also available from the main menu.

XnView

In addition to media players, some viewers are able to open MPG files. Their ability to work with media content, of course, is limited in comparison with the players, but viewing the object is quite possible. Video file launch is performed by analogy with players:

1. Move through the menu "File" - "Open" (or use the standard keyboard shortcut Ctrl + O).
   

2. In the selection window, we find our video file and open it with the corresponding button, after which XnView will start playing.
   

Universal viewer

The well-known Universal Viewer Universal Viewer, which can open many data formats, will also help you to watch video files. Run it with the help of this way:

1. Go to the menu "File", click "Open." The same result will be achieved by simultaneously pressing the Ctrl + O keys.
   

2. We are looking for the desired item, select it and click "Open", which will lead to the launch of the video.
   

Windows media

You can not ignore the standard tool and Windows, which, despite the concise design and the lack of additional features inherent in powerful media combines, with its main function to play popular formats copes perfectly well. In addition, it does not need to be additionally installed, since it is already integrated into the system. Opening files from the player is very easy. Launch the Explorer in parallel with the player and simply drag the necessary element from it into the Windows Media window.

There are several ways to start playback via any of the players. You can view video files by calling the context menu and selecting the “Open with” option (it is better to set up associations with a specific application right away) by dragging an object from the explorer directly into the program window or directly from an open program as described.

In addition, many media players have a built-in file manager, which, in essence, is a means of working with folders and files, only works in this case inside the software. It can be accessed directly from the main menu, so when choosing this option, launching action objects takes a bit.

In fact, the MPG format opens with many modern programs. The launch tool for video files with this extension can also be Zoom Player, Combo Player, ALL Player, Power DVD, QuickTime Player, iTunes, OPlayer HD and a host of other modern media tools, most of which are freely available on the network.