microsoft / microsoft/PowerToys

Add video codec to Peek

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Description

### Description of the new feature / enhancement

In Peek had more video codecs

### Scenario when this would be used?

playback mov files

### Supporting information

Contributor guide

Open the contributing guide

Research direction

Start by locating Peek's video playback and codec-handling entry points, then determine which codec support is missing for MOV files. Confirm the expected codec behavior and test playback of a representative MOV file; done means Peek can play the requested MOV content without regressing existing formats.

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Assessment

Tech stack
c
Domain
audio-video-rtc, desktop
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Quiet
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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