Title: PowerPoint won't play audio or video on Windows 10 [FIXED]
Headings: PowerPoint won’t play audio or video on Windows 10 [FIXED]
PowerPoint won’t play audio or video on Windows 10 [FIXED]
Fix: Unable to play audio or video in PowerPoint
What to do if you can’t play audio or video in PowerPoint
1. Set the Media Compatibility
2. Use a different presentation software
Other great features:
Adobe Spark
3. Check the codecs
4. Make sure the audio/video format is supported
5. Convert your audio or video file
6. Set the link value
7. Clear the TEMP folder
Frequently Asked Questions
What audio format does PowerPoint use?
What video format works on PowerPoint?
How do I get a video to play in PowerPoint?

Content: PowerPoint won't play audio or video on Windows 10 [FIXED]
PowerPoint won’t play audio or video on Windows 10 [FIXED]
by Matthew Adams
Windows & Software Expert
Matthew is a freelancer who has produced a variety of articles on various topics related to technology. His main focus is the Windows OS and all the things surrounding it. He is passionate about... Read more
Updated: Jan 25, 2021
Posted: April 2020
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