Codecs allow you to play different formats of audio and video files. Media Player supports a wide variety of codecs. Most are included out of the box; some additional codecs can be installed from the …

Dec 9, 2022 · To play HEVC (H.265) videos in VLC, just install VLC and open them---done. For built-in support, you'll need the codecs. These aren't included with the latest versions of Windows 10 but …

Dec 2, 2025 · HEVC Video Extensions is a multimedia tool that can help users of Windows 11/Windows 10 PCs gain a native ability to reproduce videos that utilize High-Efficiency Video Coding (also …

This article shows you a simple trick to download the free HEVC video extension from the Microsoft Store. Most mobile phones and cameras nowadays utilize the HEVC (High-Efficiency Video Coding) …

Summary: Want HEVC codec free on Windows 10/11? The Microsoft Store link no longer works for some users, but you can still get HEVC Video Extensions (free or official), install them in minutes, …

Oct 31, 2025 · The K-Lite Codec Pack is a free software bundle for high quality playback of all your music and video files. It is easy to use, but also very flexible with many options. Enjoy problem free …

Jan 8, 2025 · Windows 11 supports playing many media files, but for HEVC videos, you need to install the HEVC codec (or HEVC video extension) first. HEVC is a codec software required for Windows …

Jul 6, 2025 · High-Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC), also known as H.265, is one of the most important modern video compression standards. It’s responsible for the smaller file sizes and better video …

Nov 24, 2025 · HEVC Video Extensions from Device Manufacturer is the official application for playing the HEVC (H.265) codec on Windows 10 and Windows 11. Microsoft offers two identical applications …

Sep 23, 2023 · Here’s how to install the official HEVC codec on Windows 11 from Microsoft Store: Open the Microsoft Store app or website and log into your Microsoft account. Search for the HEVC Video …