Format reference

MOV Format Hub

MOV (.mov) is Apple’s QuickTime container supporting multiple tracks, metadata, and chapter markers. It handles ProRes, H.264, and other codecs. Use sample .mov files to test native QuickTime playback, timecode parsing, and track selection.

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Implementation Notes

MOV Implementation Notes

Use the manifest endpoint for deterministic fixture selection in CI, then validate MIME/type detection against actual parser output.

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