What is a .OPUS file?
An .OPUS file is a type of audio file that uses the Opus audio format. This format is designed for streaming audio over the internet and is known for being able to compress audio data efficiently without losing much quality. The Opus format combines technology from two different audio codecs: SILK (which is used by Skype for voice transmissions) and CELT (developed by Xiph.Org for higher quality audio). It can adjust its data usage rate from as low as 6 kilobits per second to as high as 510 kilobits per second, depending on the need, which makes it very versatile for different internet speeds and bandwidths.
Typically, OPUS files are stored within an Ogg audio container, which helps in managing the audio data. Because of this, these files are sometimes called Ogg Opus files.
To open an .OPUS file, you can use various programs depending on your device: - **On Windows**: You can use VideoLAN VLC media player, FFmpeg, File Viewer Plus (available from Microsoft Store), Microsoft Media Player (which is included with the operating system), Foobar2000, or AIMP. - **On Mac**: VideoLAN VLC media player and FFmpeg are good choices. - **On Linux**: You can use VideoLAN VLC media player, FFmpeg, or Opus-tools. - **On Android**: Android supports OPUS files natively, but you can also use specific apps like File Viewer for Android or Opus Player to manage and play these files.
These programs are capable of opening and playing .OPUS files, allowing you to listen to the audio on your device.
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