How can I properly support AVI and WMV playback in Media3 / ExoPlayer?
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Hello,
I am using Media3 / ExoPlayer in my Android application, and I need to play AVI and WMV video files inside the app.
Currently these files fail to play, and I would like to know the correct way to support them using ExoPlayer.
I would appreciate clarification about:
- Does ExoPlayer officially support AVI and WMV?
- Is the issue related to the container format or the codecs inside the files?
- Is using the FFmpeg extension the official or recommended solution?
- Are there any examples or configuration steps to enable support for these formats?
- What is the best approach to play these files directly without converting them to MP4?
My goal is to support direct playback of these formats using Media3 / ExoPlayer.
Thank you.
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