Setup Of Windows - Media Player 12

To set up on Windows 10 or 11, you must enable it as an "Optional Feature" since it is no longer the default player. Enable Windows Media Player 12 On Windows 11 Open Settings (Win + I). Go to System > Optional features . Click View features next to "Add an optional feature". Search for Windows Media Player Legacy . Check the box and click Next > Install . On Windows 10 Go to Settings > Apps > Apps & features . Select Optional features > Add a feature . Type "Windows Media Player" in the search bar. Select it and click Install . Configuration & First Launch

If you tell me what you're trying to play, I can help you set them up as the default. Windows Media Player Legacy - Microsoft Support Setup Of Windows Media Player 12

Once installed, search for "Windows Media Player" in the Start menu to open it. To set up on Windows 10 or 11,

💡 : If it doesn't appear in the "Add a feature" list, search for "Turn Windows features on or off" in the Start menu, expand Media Features , and ensure Windows Media Player is checked. Click View features next to "Add an optional feature"

: On first launch, choose Recommended settings to automatically set it as the default for supported formats.

: Select Custom settings to manually choose privacy options and media library locations. Set as Default : Go to Settings > Apps > Default apps . Find Music player or Video player . Select Windows Media Player from the list.