AV1 Video Extension is an official add-on developed by Microsoft for Windows, which allows playback and encoding of videos in the AV1 format, an advanced video codec created by the Alliance for Open Media (AOMedia). This codec, the successor to VP9 and competitor to H.265/HEVC, is open-source and royalty-free, ensuring high efficiency in video compression with superior quality.
The AV1 Video Extension is essential for those who want to enjoy high-quality content with less bandwidth and storage usage. Some older devices may require third-party players, such as VLC, or format conversion for compatibility.
Version: 1.3.4.0
Size: 5.04 MB
License: Free
Language: English
Platform: Windows
SHA-256: 7f8cbcafa5629eada08631cea159cc91b29aeef32909f9776b0d12e88412809e
Developer: Microsoft
Category: Multimedia/Codecs
Last Update: 04/20/2025DivX
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