File Extension Database

Open MUS File

MUS extension files represent various uses, all of a musical nature, but with various applications, namely:

Finale Notation File

A MUS file is a music notation file saved in MIDI format and created by Finale, a music notation and editing program.

The MUS format in this application is proprietary closed type, which means that the music notation data and additional information can only be read by the MakeMusic software.

The MUS files were consequently replaced by the MUSX files.

Electronic Arts Game Music File

In this case, MUS files are of the audio file type used by Electronic Arts games, specifically for the PlayStation 2 (PS2), PlayStation 3 (PS3) and PC platforms.

MUS files save audio data for the game's soundtrack and are used to play background music.

The NFSMW Music Extractor program can convert NFSMW MUS files into other music audio files.

Minecraft Music File

The background music played during the Minecraft game is saved in a MUS file extension.

Minecraft is a 3D sandbox type construction game. In this case the MUS files can also store the music played by the in-game Music Discs.

The versatility of MUS files, for Minecraft, allows audio to be stored, both in Vorbis OGG format, and in proprietary encoding that cannot be read by standard audio players.

Through the Java encoded tool called muscode.jar, Minecraft MUS files can be converted to the OGG format.

To work with MUS files, you can make use of the following software packages:

How Can I Open MUS File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open MUS file is to find a MUS file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a MUS file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open MUS file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as MUS file opener then try to search online for "MUS viewer", "application to open MUS file" or "open MUS file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open MUS file

How Can I Open MUS File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a MUS file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a MUS file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with MUS file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as MUS file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open MUS file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open MUS file then try to search for "MUS viewer", "application to open MUS file" or "read MUS file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read MUS file

How Can I Open MUS File on Android

If you downloaded a MUS file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded MUS file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "MUS".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "MUS viewer", "MUS file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open MUS File on iPhone or iPad

To open MUS File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the MUS file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "MUS". This way you can find apps which can open MUS files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "MUS viewer" or "MUS file" online in your favorite search engine.

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