This article explains what a WMV file is, how to open it, and how to convert it to another video format.
How to Play WMV Files on Mac
A file with the WMV file extension is a Windows Media Video file, compressed with one or more of Microsoft's video compression formats. It is a common format for storing video in Windows, which is why some third-party programs use it for things like short animations.
Windows Media Audio files are similar, but contain only audio data, no video. These files use the WMA extension.
Most versions of Windows come with Movies & TV or Windows Media Player preinstalled, so these are the best solutions if you’re using Windows. Since WMP is no longer developed for macOS after version 9, Mac users can use Switch, but it’s only free for a trial period.
