What is a WGI file?
A .WGI file is a Wildgame Innovations Video File captured by digital trail cameras made by Wildgame Innovations. Hunters and wildlife observers use these cameras to record outdoor activity. The files store video and audio data using the standard RIFF (Resource Interchange File Format) container. In most cases, a .WGI file is simply a standard .AVI video file saved with a different extension.
How to open WGI files?
Since .WGI files contain standard multimedia streams, many popular video players can open them. You can rename the file extension from .WGI to .AVI and play it using Windows Media Player or VLC media player. If you prefer not to rename files or install new software, viewer.online/wgi analyzes .WGI files to identify their exact format and creator software, shows which programs can open the file, and usually previews it.
Best practices and troubleshooting
If you need to share a .WGI file to a mobile phone or social media, the original format might not work. You should convert the file to a standard format like .MP4. You can use a command-line tool like FFmpeg or a desktop converter like HandBrake. For a fast online solution, we recommend using convert.guru to convert your .WGI files into .MP4, .MOV, or .AVI files.
Summary
Because .WGI files use the known RIFF format, viewer.online/wgi can safely open and display them online, eliminating compatibility problems. This allows you to inspect and watch your trail camera recordings instantly.