Windows Recorded TV Show File
General Information
| Title | WTV File Extension |
| Extension | .wtv |
| Full Form | Windows Recorded TV Show File |
| File Type | Video File |
| Developer | Microsoft Corporation |
| MIME Type | video/x-ms-wtv |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store recorded TV |
| Additional Functions | Metadata storage |
| Features | DVR-MS successor, Metadata support |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High definition |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | With conversion |
Use Cases
| Television Recording | Yes |
| Media Playback | Yes |
| Video Editing | After conversion |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Rare malware |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Trusted sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Windows 7 |
| Superseded DVR-MS | 2009 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .dvr-ms, .ts |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Windows Media Center |
Included with Windows | Windows 7, Windows 8 |
 VLC Media Player |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Convert WTV to DVR-MS |
Windows 7, Windows 8 |