How do I open a .3gp file extension?
When you take a video on your cell phone, it saves it as a .3GP file. 3GP stand for 3rd generation which is the data delivery for cellular networks, although the formats are changing and improving all the time. The .3GP file type allows users to send and receive bandwidth intensive files such as video and audio. Unfortunately, you can’t view .3GP files on a standard computer - you need to convert them to a format that the system can recognize such as AVI.
.3GP Converters
The best way to convert a .3GP file extension into other formats is by using a .3GP converter program. If you Google .3GP file, you will find a huge list of programs available, both freeware and those available for a cost. Two to try are the Oxelon media converter or the Mobile 3GP converter. These will allow you to convert a single file or a multiple file conversion for converting several files at once to save time, but they must contain audio for many programs in order to be converted.
In the single file conversion mode, you can convert audio, only video or both at once. For many of these programs, once they are installed, all you need to do is drag and drop the file into the program and then choose the file type that you want the video to be converted into. You can also convert standard videos into .3GP file extension format so that you can watch them on your mobile device.
Whichever program you choose, make sure that it is free of spyware and malware and comes from a reputable source. You should also make sure that your antivirus programs are up to date and running whenever you download programs from the Internet. Downloading the correct program should allow you to easily convert your .3GP file extension - if you need any further assistance, please feel free to contact us again.
