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VOB File - What is a .vob file and how do I open it?
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What is a VOB file? A VOB file is a video file from a DVD , typically stored in the VIDEO_TS folder at the root of the DVD along with .BUP and .IFO files. It contains most of the data stored on the disc, including video, audio, subtitles, DVD menus, and other navigation contents. VOB files are limited to 1 GB .
More Information VOB file open in VideoLAN VLC media player DVD Forum, an international organization comprising various companies, developed the VOB format. They based the format on the MPEG program stream format, and most files are formatted as MPEG-2 system streams. Since most commercial DVDs use copyright protection, VOB files extracted from the DVD may be encrypted, which may result in an error when copying the file to another location. Several decrypting programs are available for playing the VOB file without the proper credentials. However, the programs may be illegal in certain countries.
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DeveloperLive for Speed
Popularity3.1 | 37 Votes
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.VOB File Extension
3 file types use the .vob file extension.
DVD Video Object File
| Developer | DVD Forum |
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3.8 | 654 Votes |
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What is a VOB file?
A VOB file is a video file from a DVD , typically stored in the VIDEO_TS folder at the root of the DVD along with .BUP and .IFO files. It contains most of the data stored on the disc, including video, audio, subtitles, DVD menus, and other navigation contents. VOB files are limited to 1 GB .
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VOB file open in VideoLAN VLC media player
DVD Forum, an international organization comprising various companies, developed the VOB format. They based the format on the MPEG program stream format, and most files are formatted as MPEG-2 system streams.
Since most commercial DVDs use copyright protection, VOB files extracted from the DVD may be encrypted, which may result in an error when copying the file to another location. Several decrypting programs are available for playing the VOB file without the proper credentials. However, the programs may be illegal in certain countries.
How to open a VOB file
You can open a VOB file with various media players, such as VideoLAN VLC media player , CyberLink PowerDVD , and MPlayerX. For example, to open a VOB file with VLC media player in Windows, select Media → Open File... .
How to convert a VOB file
Various media players and video editors, such as VideoLAN VLC media player, ShedWorx Smart Converter, and Roxio Toast, can convert VOB files to other formats.
For example, VLC media player can convert VOB files to the following video formats:
VLC media player can also extract the audio a VOB file contains and convert it to the following formats:
You might want to do this if, for example, your VOB file contains music that you want to listen to via an audio player.
Programs that open or reference VOB files
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CyberLink PowerDVD 21
Free Trial
CyberLink PowerDirector 365
Free Trial
CyberLink PowerProducer 6
Free Trial
Media Player Classic
Free
Roxio Creator NXT Pro 9
Paid
VideoLAN VLC media player
Free
GRETECH GOM Player
Free
VobEdit
Free
MakeMKV
Free
Mac
Apple DVD Player
Included with OS
ShedWorx Smart Converter
Free Trial
VideoLAN VLC media player
Free
Roxio Toast 20
Paid
MPlayerX
Free
Eltima Elmedia Player
Free +
MakeMKV
Free
Linux
VideoLAN VLC media player
Free
Web
FileHelper.com
Free
iOS
VideoLAN VLC for Mobile
Free
olimsoft OPlayer
Paid
Category: Video Files
Updated: July 17, 2023
Vue Objects File
| Developer | E-on Software |
| Popularity |
3.2 | 40 Votes |
3D model file created by E-on Vue, a 3D environment modeling application; contains objects for the environment, which are stored as polygonal meshes; can be texturized using data stored in E-on Vue .MAT files.
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VOB files are used for storing objects such as trees, mountains, oceans, skies, and other landscapes.
NOTE: E-on Vue is available in several different editions for professionals, artists, and enthusiasts.
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E-on Vue
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E-on Vue
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Category: 3D Image Files
Updated: November 9, 2010
Live for Speed Car File
| Developer | Live for Speed |
| Popularity |
3.1 | 37 Votes |
File used by Live for Speed (LFS), a car racing game; stores 3D car data, such as car textures, faces, meshes, and materials; used to customize the display of bodies and parts of 3D racing cars.
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VOB files only contain one half of the racing car display data since cars in LFS are symmetrical. The other half of the car is mirrored within the game.
Programs that open or reference VOB files
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LFS Car Importer
Category: Game Files
Updated: January 31, 2010