What Media Files can I view ?
The majority of Kodi users are unaware of the flexibility of Kodi and only know it as a method to use 3rd part add-ons. As a result, the Media Files they own or have collected remain unused. Instead of explaining what Kodi or XBMC as it was originally named, is and how it works, please use this link. Media Files such as Movies/Videos, Photographs and Music can be viewed quite easily in Kodi. For this article, the focus will be on Movies/Videos.
Types of Supported Media Files.
Container formats: AVI, MPEG, WMV, ASF, FLV, MKV/MKA (Matroska), QuickTime, MP4, M4A, AAC, NUT, Ogg, OGM, RealMedia RAM/RM/RV/RA/RMVB, 3gp, VIVO, PVA, NUV, NSV, NSA, FLI, FLC, DVR-MS and WTV. Some of these formats may need to be converted. For example, to view MKV files smoothly on Kodi, the best solution is to transcode MKV files to Kodi best compatible H.264 video codec with AAC audio codec. There are many free Converters available to use, use your favorite search engine to see what are best to use.
Getting Started
Open Kodi and move the cursor down to Videos, then move up to Categories and select Files.
Since this will be the first time you will be adding any Videos, this next window will be blank. To continue, click Add videos.
Locating the Media Files
Select Browse to add the video source path.
Due to using a PC, Windows 10 to create the Screenshots for my Blogs, I have my Personal Media Files stored in a separate hard drive. Your screen will obviously not appear the same as shown here. You may be using a usb Flash Drive or a HDD connected to your device. Make sure that is connected and working before continuing. Once you have located the selected path, simply click the destination and then OK. In this case M: was selected.
For obvious reasons, I have removed any personal information from the Photo. Therefore to continue, simply select OK.
Adding your Media Files
M: has now been added as the new path for my Movie/Video Media Files. So far it’s been easier than you thought I’m sure. So to continue, select OK.
Almost done ! In the next screen, you will be asked to Set Content, I have found this is best left as it is. There is no advantage or benefit to make any changes. Select OK.
This last screen will now confirm the path chosen as M:, yours will reflect the path location name you have chosen. Congratulations, you have now added your Personal Movie/Video Media Files to Kodi. Click anywhere in the area that is highlighted to view the files for the new path as shown above.
Here is an example of what to expect when you open the file path. Depending on what format was used to add these to your collection, you will be able to see some of the details concerning the file chosen. In the example above, the Length, Audio Format and Video Resolution are indicated in the bottom right corner.
In Conclusion
Having a clearer understanding what Kodi has to offer will only improve your overall use. Being able to watch saved/stored videos without going online is something many of the new users to Kodi were unaware of. Have any Home Movies of Weddings, Children’s Birthdays or even your favorite Vacation Videos ? All of these can now be watched thru Kodi, the possibilities are endless. For example, Karaoke ! Did you know you can use your Kodi as a Karaoke Player? Click here to find out how. Want to add another profile ? Click here.
I hope this article has given you an idea of what else your version of Kodi has to offer. If you have any questions concerning this or any other topic, please join the Ares Forum. Not only is it free to join, but we have some of the best Staff available to answer your questions in a drama and bully free environment.
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