mpv is an open source program for Windows that allows users to play videos and audios in various formats. There are advanced tools including hardware acceleration and filters.
Set up
It is worth pointing out that there is no need to install the player. Users can download the archive that contains components and a bat script. It is possible to run the latter on a command line as the administrator. In other words, there is no GUI interface available, all the activities and tasks are completed via CLI. If such applications seem difficult to manage, there is a Zoom Player more suitable for casual viewers.
Functionality
mpv supports a large selection of formats including MP4, AVI and MOV. You can apply hardware acceleration to achieve smooth and enhanced playback for high resolution content. Based on your monitor’s specifications, you can even open 4K movies and TV shows as well as downloaded clips from YouTube.
Additionally, it is possible to apply audio filters to enhance the sound. You can adjust the bass, amplify frequency components and highlight certain ranges. The same goes for visual side, you are able to increase the brightness, reduce saturation and stabilize color contrast.
Features
- necessary to manage the program via command line;
- no need for account registration or installation;
- allows to adjust sound and video settings;
- supports displaying subtitles and switching between audio tracks;
- free to download and use;
- compatible with modern Windows versions.
