This extension adds a High-Efficiency Video Coding reader utility to your computer. The software also gives you the option to choose which media program will launch the HEVC file.

HEVC files or High Efficiency Video Coding files are not readable by many available video players and require additional software to play them. The media extension allows these files to be viewed by encoding them into readable content that video playback software can understand.

Various playback experiences

The effectiveness of this application depends on the amount of available system resources, since two HEVC files may require different amounts of RAM or processing power. Your computer’s video card can also play an important role in determining the quality of video playback.

The app is suitable for most Windows 10 systems, but it also works well with 7th generation Intel processors and 4K or Ultra HD GPUs. The resolution of the HEVC video file also affects playback quality. Higher resolution consumes more system resources.

Playing Compressed Videos

High Efficiency Video Encoding files require an extension because they are compressed in size compared to other file types such as MP4. This compression allows you to watch movies at a higher resolution without taking up much space on your hard drive. Saving storage space when using HEVC as default video files is up to 50 percent.

Use any media player

HVEC Video Extensions works with any media player installed on your device. This includes the standard Windows 10 media player that comes with the operating system, or advanced software like VLC.

Installation problems

HEVC video extensions enhance the standard media playback application you use and allow it to run high-performance video encoding files. The playback quality depends on your hardware, but the extension is not installed on most computers.