File Extension Database

Open XVID File

The XVID Codec is an open and free (GNU GPL) video compression codec. When used as a file name extension, XVID denotes the generic XVID (MPEG-4) compressed video format and file type. Thus, XVID is an independent application of MPEG-4 as an Advanced Simple Profile (ASP) video compression method, available as a Codec library for multiple platforms.

As mentioned above, files with the XVID extension are mainly used for video clips and encoded movements. This allows smaller files to enjoy faster data transmission of XVID format movies over the web. A direct evolution of MPEG-4 technology is XVID4 which supports a standard compression based on the discrete cosine transform.

XVID files use a variety of ASP functions and features, including motion compensation, custom quantization matrices, luminescent masking, and frames. The XVID file format is compatible with most operating systems and platforms.

The most notable technical characteristics of the ASP, compared to the Simple Profile, are:

Support for MPEG-style quantization.
Support for interlaced video.
Motion compensation.
Global motion compensation (GMC).

It is important to note that an XVID file is normally contained within AVI (Audio-Video Interleaved) files, and it is a mistake to assign the XVID extension to such .AVI containers. AVI containers must have the AVI extension, regardless of the Video Codec used. Even though many manufacturers have opted to support the XVID extension natively it may still be necessary to change the XVID extension to AVI.

Programs that support XVID file extension

The following list contains programs that open XVID files, some are already equipped with XVID4 technology. XVID files can be found on all system platforms, including mobile, but there is no guarantee that each will properly support such files.

How Can I Open XVID File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open XVID file is to find a XVID file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a XVID 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 XVID 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 XVID file opener then try to search online for "XVID viewer", "application to open XVID file" or "open XVID file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open XVID file

How Can I Open XVID File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a XVID file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a XVID 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 XVID file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as XVID file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open XVID file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open XVID file then try to search for "XVID viewer", "application to open XVID file" or "read XVID file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read XVID file

How Can I Open XVID File on Android

If you downloaded a XVID 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 XVID 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 "XVID".
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 "XVID viewer", "XVID 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 XVID File on iPhone or iPad

To open XVID 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 XVID 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 "XVID". This way you can find apps which can open XVID 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 "XVID viewer" or "XVID file" online in your favorite search engine.