Can Car Audio Play KGM Format Files?
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Car audio cannot play KGM format files. Here are the relevant details: KGM format can only be played through KuGou: The KGM format is a special format used by KuGou to protect music copyright. Music in this format can only be played on the KuGou Music player. It cannot be played using any other music playback software. Formats supported by car audio: Generally, car audio systems can support MP3, WMA, and WAV formats. If you encounter music that cannot be played, you can connect your phone to the car's Bluetooth and play the music on your phone.
I've encountered similar issues when playing music in my car. KGM format is an encrypted file exclusive to KuGou, and most car audio systems don't support it because they typically only recognize standard formats like MP3 or WAV. This is because car audio systems are designed to handle common audio types, while KGM requires specific software for decryption. When I plugged a USB with KGM files into my car's USB port, there was no response at all. After consulting with friends, I learned that I needed to use a conversion tool to first convert it to MP3, such as downloading free software to process it, and then saving it to a USB drive for normal playback. If you don't want to go through the hassle, I recommend directly streaming from a media app via Bluetooth—it's more convenient and safer, avoiding the trouble of handling files while driving.
I previously downloaded music from KuGou in KGM format, excited to play it through my car's audio system, but when I plugged in the USB, there was no sound at all. After some research, I found out that this format is encrypted, and car audio devices generally only support open file formats like MP3 or AAC. I tried using a conversion tool to change it to MP3 and quickly got it working—now listening to music in the car is much smoother. Actually, many car owners overlook this point; different car models have varying support capabilities, and older car systems have even more limitations. Before converting, make sure to back up the original files to avoid data loss. Here's a little tip: regularly check your car's manual to understand format requirements, so you don't waste time next time.
