

List of supported audio formatsĭolby Vision, H.265 and AV1 playback requires installation of add-on from Microsoft Store.ĭTS Audio playback requires DTS Sound Unbound from Microsoft Store with DTS:X Decoder license.ĪV1 playback requires installation of add-on from Microsoft Store. This is a list of known supported formats in Media Player on Windows 10 and Windows 11. Accessibility has also been optimized, with some improved keyboard shortcuts and hotkey support for keyboard users and with other assistive technologies. Other changes include the album cover view being in fullscreen, and a refresh to the mini player. You will need to be on the latest Windows 11. The new Media Player replaces the Groove Music app, so if you were using the latter, it will no longer be available post installing the latest version. The new Media Player can also play video, as part of Groove's rebranding from a music streaming service to a media player. If you want to try the app without participating in the test builds, here's how to install the new Media Player in the Windows 11 stable channel. Accidentally revealed during a Windows Insider webcast in September 2021, the player was initially distributed to Windows 11 Insider channels in November before rolling out to all Windows 11 users starting in January 2022 Windows 10 users followed suit in January 2023. It is the successor to Groove Music (previously Xbox Music), Microsoft Movies & TV and the original Windows Media Player. In this guide, you will learn the steps to install the redesigned Media Player app on Windows 11.Windows Media Player is a video and audio player developed by Microsoft for Windows 11 and subsequently backported to Windows 10.

You can watch our hands-on video demonstrating the Media Player design and functionalities at the Pureinfotech YouTube channel. Also, the app will automatically scan and add all your folders containing music and videos stored locally on your computer. You can create your playlists, and there’s support for album art and artist information. As part of the features set, it’s pretty basic. From here, the Media Creation Tool will download Windows 11 onto the USB drive you’ve indicated and creates installation media, too.

The app supports both audio and video playback. For example, the new interface has rounded corners, semi-transparent materials, and supports the dark and light color system modes. Windows Media Player is by default installed on Windows 11, you can also install it from Settings -> Apps -> Optional features. The newly redesigned app features a brand-new interface that follows the Windows 11 design language. On Windows 11, there is a new version of the Media Player app that replaces the Groove Music app.
