How to open .WMA files on Linux
To open .WMA files on Linux, open the .wma file from your file manager with open with..
Step-by-step instructions
- Open the .WMA file from your file manager with Open With.
- Choose an installed Linux app that supports this format.
Recommended software
- VLC
- mpv
- Default media player
Alternative methods
- Open .WMA in a browser-based viewer if desktop apps fail.
- Try opening .WMA on Linux with a secondary app to rule out app-specific issues.
- Convert .WMA only with trusted tools when direct opening is not possible.
Common issues
.WMA file does not open
This usually means the required app is missing or the .WMA file is incomplete.
- Install or update a compatible application.
- Verify the file came from a trusted source and was fully downloaded.
- Try opening the file in an alternative app on another platform.
Security note
Only open .WMA files from trusted senders.