• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Technipages

Smart phone, gadget and computer tutorials

  • Topics
    • Android
    • Gaming
    • Hardware
    • Internet
    • iOS
    • MacOS
    • Office
    • Software
    • Windows
    • Definitions
  • Product Reviews
  • Downloads
  • About
What Are M4B Files?

What Are M4B Files?

Posted on December 17, 2019 by Mel Hawthorne Leave a Comment

M4B files are a type of audio book file – specifically, MPEG-4 encoded ones. They are the most common format used by iTunes to store audio books. The format can store sound the same way an MP3 can, but it has a distinct advantage – it allows for ‘bookmarking’ so to speak. In other words, it lets you keep your place in the file, so that you can resume listening in the same place later. MP3 files can’t do that.

For this reason, they are often also used by media players for their bookmark support. Other MPEG-4 extensions include M4A, which is used for music, and M4R, which is used for iPhone ringtones.

How can you open M4B files?

Most media players can open these files, but the primary program to do so is iTunes. M4A files are compatible with iOS devices and can be transferred, opened and played without the need for additional software or apps.

Double-click on the file and select the program you want to open it with. If a media player doesn’t recognise the file extension, open a new window of the player, and then use the ‘Open’ function from the menu to open it – that way, it should work.

What programs work with M4B files?

iTunes is the first choice for this type, but Windows Media Player works as well. Most major media players work, such as VLC, MPC-HC and PotPlayer.

You Might Also Like

  • Google Files: How to Save Files in a Private Folder
    Google Files: How to Save Files in a Private Folder
  • What Are LRV Files?
    What Are LRV Files?
  • What Are MHT Files?
    What Are MHT Files?
  • What Are IES Files?
    What Are IES Files?
  • What Are EML Files?
    What Are EML Files?
  • What Are XLL files?
    What Are XLL files?
  • What Are CR2 Files?
    What Are CR2 Files?
  • What Are PTX Files?
    What Are PTX Files?
  • What Are MDB Files?
    What Are MDB Files?

Filed Under: Software

Reader Interactions

Did this help? Let us know! Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Primary Sidebar

Recent Posts

  • 5 of the Best and Free Weather Apps for Android
  • Bitwarden: How To View Your Full Vault
  • Bitwarden: How to Manually Autofill a Login Form
  • Bitwarden: How to Copy the Username and Password of an Entry
  • Bitwarden: How to Open the URL Associated with an Entry
  • How to Increase the Size of Text on Any Website on iPad
  • Chrome: How to Fix Can’t Scroll Using Scrollbars
  • Samsung Galaxy S 21 Plus: How to Check How Much Memory Is Left

Who’s Behind Technipages?

Baby and Daddy My name is Mitch Bartlett. I've been working in technology for over 20 years in a wide range of tech jobs from Tech Support to Software Testing. I started this site as a technical guide for myself and it has grown into what I hope is a useful reference for all.

Follow me on Twitter, or visit my personal blog.

You May Also Like

© Copyright 2021 Technipages · All Rights Reserved · Privacy