MPEG file format

MPEG-1/MPEG-2 Video

MPEG files hold MPEG-1 or MPEG-2 video, the formats of Video CDs and DVDs. They come from older camcorders and DVD rips and are large for their quality.

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Where MPEG files open

Windows

Plays in the built-in Media Player app.

Yes

VLC

Plays MPEG on desktop and mobile.

Yes

iPhone

No built-in playback.

No

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