![]() It packs all of these into a single video file, nested together as would its namesake Matryoshka dolls.Īnother element making MKV so attractive is the fact that it is an open standard. Combine that with the various kinds of Metadata (tags) and you have a container format, which not only performs the expected tasks of delivering movies to you, but also carries multiple sound (including Dolby Digital 5.1 surround) and subtitle tracks (for different languages and commentaries), chapter points, and even thumbnails. MKV enjoys increasing support as one of the most flexible formats available, primarily because of MKV’s ability to store an unlimited number of video, audio, and subtitle tracks. Clever use of the term, because that’s exactly what the MKV does, and doing it with a flair that’s gaining fame and followers. The name Matroska is a made-up word, intended to evoke the notion of the famous Russian Matryoshka nesting dolls, but for MKV it means a container for various kinds of media files. MKV, and recognize it is a container format for holding audio, video, and subtitle tracks. You’re probably more familiar with its file name extension. Matroska, now there’s an exotic sounding name for a media player! ![]() ![]() ![]() Ever wonder why some movies have additional features like subtitles and surround sound and others dont? You can thank something called Matroska for all those features.
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