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Windows Media Player Can’t Skip or Fast Forward [Fix]
Run the dedicated troubleshooter to fix things
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Updated onOctober 25, 2024
updated onOctober 25, 2024
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Windows Media Player can’t skip forward? This can be a big issue, so today, we will show you how to fix it.
What can I do if Windows Media Player can’t skip forward?
First, just restart your PC. This quick reset could help address minor bugs. Also, try press and hold on to the button for at least15 secondsfor the forward action to take place.
If none work, move to the solutions listed next.
1. Run Windows Media Player Settings troubleshooter
2. Run Windows Media Player Library troubleshooter
The built-in troubleshooters often help fix things when Windows Media Player can’t skip forward 10 seconds or jump by 5 seconds.
3. Register DLL files
4. Check file types
This error usually pops up with formats likeMKV,FLV,MOV, or olderAVIfiles. These formats often cause skipping issues in Windows Media Player due to compatibility problems.
To fix this, try converting the file to something more compatible, likeMP4orWMV. You can use apps likeVLCor online services likeZamzarorConvertioto convert quickly.
For an even faster solution, try theWindows Photosapp: open the video in Photos, chooseEdit & Create > Save as video, and save. This will re-encode the file in MP4, so it should play smoothly in Windows Media Player.
This should be all that you need to do if Windows Media Player can’t skip forward. Besides, if the problem persists, we recommend you switch to areliable and dedicated media player.
Tell us which fix worked for you in the comments section below.
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Ivan Jenic
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Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan Jenic
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
