System File Type – 3gp

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System File Type

3gp

Video
Windows Explorer icon for the 3gp file type in OneDrive folders

Overview

A 3GPP multimedia container designed for mobile audio and video.

Characteristics

Binary, compact container based on the ISO Base Media File Format; .3gp is the preferred suffix and .3gpp is an accepted alternative.

Common Uses

Phone recordings, mobile messaging, streaming downloads, and low-bandwidth media exchange.

Compatible Programs

  • VLC media player
  • Windows Media Player
  • FFmpeg
  • Apple QuickTime Player

Sources

3gp Available by Year Taken/Created

3gp — Live from Microsoft

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