does anyone know how i can d/l and install windows media player legacy? i have windows 11 pro.

Question

i would to d/l and install windows media player legacy. Tom <Mod remove PII> @sbcglobal.net

Thank you.....

Answer 1

If you have Windows 11 25H2,

Go to Settings > System

Scroll towards the bottom and click Optional features

Where it says "View or edit optional features" click on View features

Click on See available features

Scroll down and select Windows Media Player Legacy (App) > click Add

Answer 2

i do not have "Add an optional feature" in my Settings-Apps Folder. Sorry...

Tom <Mod remove PII> @sbcglobal.net

Answer 3

Go to the start menu > settings > apps > optional features

Click the View features button next to "Add an optional feature."

Type "Windows Media Player" in the search bar.

Check the box for Windows Media Player Legacy (App) and click Next, then Install.

Once the installation finishes, you can find it by searching your Start menu for "Media Player Legacy."

Answer 4

Hello !

To install Windows Media Player Legacy, follow this tutorial from Microsoft's support : https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-media-player-legacy-e8f84f54-cd64-865c-2e83-1d8ec121b5b8
It works for both Windows 10 and Windows 11.

Please let me know if you have any other question !

Answer 5

Windows Media Player is included with Windows operating systems, but the legacy versions are not directly available for download on Windows 11. Microsoft has transitioned to using the new media applications and features in Windows 11. If you need to use Windows Media Player, it is recommended to use the version that comes with Windows 11 or consider using alternative media players that are compatible with the latest operating system.

If you specifically need features from the legacy version, you may want to look into compatibility settings or explore third-party media players that can fulfill your requirements.

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References:

• Using Script Commands Supported by Windows Media Player
• Microsoft Security Bulletin MS01-056 - Critical
• Microsoft Security Bulletin MS07-047 - Important
• Microsoft Azure Media Player license terms
• I (Windows Installer)