Converting Video Files to MP4 Format

Issue/Question

Video format unusable in editing software

Environment

  • Windows
  • VLC Media Player
  • Windows Media Player
  • Camtastic

Cause

Format from older iPhone or from unique software

Resolution

  1. Open VLC media player
  2. Click Media
  3. Select Convert / Save...
  4. Click Add and browse to the file you want to convert
  5. Click Convert / Save
  6. Click after Profile and select your MP4 format
    Note: H.265 MP4 will have a smaller file size but may not work on as many devices as H.264 MP4
  7. Click Browse to select where to save the file
    Note: You may rename the output file here
  8. Click Start

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