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MOV file format

QuickTime Movie

MOV is Apple's video format and the default for videos recorded on an iPhone. Outside the Apple world it is less welcome, as many websites prefer MP4.

Where MOV files open

iPhone
The Camera app records MOV files.
Yes
Mac
Plays in QuickTime Player.
Yes
Windows
Plays most files, HEVC video may need an extension from the Microsoft Store.
Partly

Convert MOV to

45 formats

Convert to MOV

29 formats

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