AVI-3 File Extension

What is AVI-3 file?

AVI-3 filename suffix is mostly used for GOM Media Player Data Format files. Files with AVI-3 extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. AVI-3 file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports AVI-3 files is GOM Media Player. On the official website of GRETECH CORP. developer not only will you find detailed information about theGOM Media Player software, but also about AVI-3 and other supported file formats.

Programs which support AVI-3 file extension

The following listing features AVI-3-compatible programs. Files with AVI-3 suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Updated: 03/06/2021

How to open file with AVI-3 extension?

Being unable to open files with AVI-3 extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to GOM Media Player Data Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install GOM Media Player software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports AVI-3 files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the GOM Media Player developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download GOM Media Player installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit GRETECH CORP. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of GOM Media Player and update if needed

If the problems with opening AVI-3 files still occur even after installing GOM Media Player, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of GOM Media Player is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that GOM Media Player cannot handle files with AVI-3 may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of GOM Media Player is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open AVI-3 files to GOM Media Player

If you have the latest version of GOM Media Player installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage AVI-3 on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the AVI-3 file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the GOM Media Player installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open AVI-3 files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected AVI-3 file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select GOM Media Player and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with AVI-3 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the AVI-3 for errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper AVI-3 file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the AVI-3 in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the AVI-3 file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the AVI-3 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Ensure the file with AVI-3 extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the AVI-3 file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. When downloading the file with AVI-3 extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the GOM Media Player Data Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle GOM Media Player

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with AVI-3 extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with GOM Media Player Data Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle AVI-3 files.

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