Google Video File
General Information
| Title | GVI File Extension |
| Extension | .gvi |
| Full Form | Google Video File |
| File Type | Video File |
| Developer | |
| MIME Type | video/gvi |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store video |
| Additional Functions | Stream online |
| Features | Video, Audio |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Standard definition |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Online Video Streaming | Yes |
| Local Playback | Yes |
| Video Sharing | Limited |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Limited |
| Best Practices | Use updated software |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2005 |
| Latest Version | Discontinued |
| Discontinued | Yes |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .flv, .mp4, .avi |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Google Video Player |
Discontinued | Windows, Mac |
 VLC Media Player |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, Unix |
 GOM Player |
Free, Paid | Windows, Mac |