Repair MOV Video Header

In this page, find out what header issues in .mov file are, and how to resolve all of them in a most effective manner using Remo Repair MOV software. Also find out the amazing features of this tool which can be helpful in fixing header issues in QuickTime MOV files.

QuickTime MOV file header format:

A MOV file, in general, is a media file format used for storing and playing video and movie recording data, text, etc. This video format invented by Apple comprises of a compression algorithm that is compatible with both Apple OS X and Windows OS based computers and used mainly while playing media using QuickTime player. Almost all major media playback gadgets and multimedia players support this famous multimedia format (.mov).

All MOV file types are identified on the basis of a MOV file header or also known as a signature. The file header info is placed in the beginning of the MOV video. It helps the operating system and any other software.

Few situations in which header issues can occur to a MOV file:

Similar to any other media file formats, the MOV files too are viable to get corrupted or broken. Once these files get corrupted or any header issue arises following an unfortunate event, it won’t be playable on your system. You will have to fix MOV header in order to get it fixed and to make those videos playable again. Some of the most common examples are listed below:

• Generally, MOV files that are stored on external storage devices can easily get affected with viruses and other harmful programs and can get corrupted
• Causing interruptions while downloading video files them from the internet will make the videos to get broken or corrupted
• Transporting MOV files from one location to another incorrectly can sometimes cause them to get corrupt or broken
• Experiencing situations like power failures, termination of the media player while editing MOV files, etc. can also make them corrupt

Performing MOV header file repair using Remo Repair MOV software:

You can now execute MOV video header file fix with the help of Remo Repair MOV software. It is a powerful movie repair tool for all Mac users which enables you to efficiently perform MOV header repair which is broken or corrupted with ease. It is a very reliable and highly recommended software available for all basic and pro users working on all later Mac OS X based computers.

Advanced features of Remo Repair MOV software:

• Besides repairing MOV header errors, you can make use of this tool to fix corrupt or broken MOV videos as well
• You can easily fix corrupt or broken MP4 using this powerful software
• All repaired files can be played from within the software before saving them back on your computer
• You can use the demo version of Remo Repair MOV software for free of cost

Steps to fix MOV file header on Mac:

Step 1: Download and install Remo Repair MOV on your Mac. Run the application and follow the on-screen instructions. Click on "Browse" button to choose the MOV file and click on "Repair" button.

Figure A: Main Screen

Step 2: The software starts fixing the MOV file header and displays the repaired MOV file.

Figure B: View Repairing Progress

Step 3: Preview the repaired MOV file by using "Preview Repaired File" option and save file to any desired destination using "Save Repaired File" option.

Figure C: Preview Repaired File