File Extension Library


.MVR File Extension

  • Developer by: IBM
  • Category: Web Files
  • Format: Binary

What are .MVR files and how to open them?

Can't open .MVR file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .MVR file.

What is a .MVR file extension?

.MVR file extension is created by IBM. .MVR has been classified as Web Files. The format of .MVR file is Binary.

.MVR is IBM HotMedia Multimedia File

Published multimedia file created by HotMedia, an older program used to develop Web animations; stores a multimedia package, including video and audio files, animation settings, and Java .CLASS files required to play the animation.

HotMedia MVR files were designed for low-bandwidth Internet connections. They load and run in a Web browser within a Java applet called the IBM HotMedia player. Some websites still have MVR files, but multimedia audio and video are much more commonly provided by Flash technology or RealPlayer video (.RM and .RA files).

IBM, the developer of HotMedia, no longer supports the software. The last version of the software, version 3.5, was released in 2000. However, it is no longer available for download.

List of all softwares that can open the IBM HotMedia Multimedia File
Windows
IBM HotMedia
Mac
IBM HotMedia

How to fix problems with .MVR files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .MVR files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .MVR file format
  2. You need to check the .MVR file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)