At a glance
| Also called | DNxHR |
|---|---|
| Found inside | .mxf, .mov |
Why it doesn’t play
Browsers and the built-in Windows apps can’t decode Avid DNxHD / DNxHR. Usually you’re told to install a codec pack or buy an extension. You don’t need either.
Where it plays
| PlayAnyVideo (web, Windows, Android) | Plays |
|---|---|
| Chrome / Edge on their own | Doesn’t play |
| Windows Movies & TV / Media Player | Doesn’t play |
Play it free with PlayAnyVideo
- 1
Open the PlayAnyVideo player in your browser — nothing to install — and drop the file in. Files never leave your device.
- 2
If the browser can’t decode it, the built-in universal engine (open-source, LGPL) takes over automatically.
- 3
For the heaviest files (4K/8K HEVC, DTS, TrueHD) install the free Windows app: it converts on the fly with your graphics card and plays everything.
- 4
On Android, choose “Open with → PlayAnyVideo” from your file manager or messenger.
FAQ
Is it really free?
Yes. PlayAnyVideo has no ads, no paid codecs and no locked features.
Is my Avid DNxHD / DNxHR file uploaded anywhere?
No. Playback happens on your own device; local files are never sent to a server.
Do I need a codec pack?
No. Codec packs can break other players and often bundle adware. PlayAnyVideo brings its own decoders.