This is where the fun part begins - the video file is either too large and cannot fit on any media, or the video format is not supported on the playback device. Troubleshooting requires video conversion.
What is conversion?
Conversion or conversion is a change in the attributes of a video file: changing its extension, bit rate of the audio stream and other properties.
Today, conversion can be done in three ways:
- using special converter software;
- online (via the Internet);
- using video editors.
Those who record and upload a lot of videos to the Network, or those whose work is directly related to the use of such files, it is important to know how to convert the video, and therefore the first option is relevant. It has a wide range of functions and available actions and supports all known formats.
The second method is well applied for small-sized rollers, especially if such a need arises infrequently.
Well, the third option: video editing is to save the video file again, without changing its attributes. Only the extension changes, and depending on the selected one, the quality may slightly deteriorate.
Convert video using converter software
There are many specialized programs on the Internet available for free download and use. There are primitive ones, the action of which is reduced to a banal reduction in file sizes, and there are professional ones that convert video to full-format HD with very high resolution and stereo sound and allow you to choose which format to convert video to.
The most popular today are the following functions of converter programs:
- audio codec conversion;
- change video resolution;
- Change the file extension for playback on other devices;
- resize file.
Oh yes, an important aspect is the presence of the Russian language. Few programs have the full range of such properties, and below will be given a small TOP of the converters that are most popular on the Web.
Freemake video converter
Perhaps the best representative of the family of converter software. Not only is there more than 150 video formats available for conversion, the Freemake program allows you to convert videos to mp3, which is important when extracting soundtracks from music videos, making movie clippings, and more.
It is also important that this software easily copes with the conversion of the quality of the source file up to FullHD 1080 p, and without loss.
It can also be noted that when processing the footage Freemake Video Converter gives the user the ability to edit and convert only part of the file. That is, you can select and cut off a small time period, then to convert it and save it in the quality you need.
Therefore, this program allows you to convert video in absolutely any form, as well as later burn DVDs including Blu-Ray.
Movavi Video Converter
Another powerful and multi-functional program, which is only slightly inferior to Freemake.
A whole press of the proposed extensions, support for all well-known audio formats. Movavi has a very convenient functionality, a drop-down menu, and most importantly - the Russian language.
Among the advantages of the program can be identified:
- the choice of any final format, including converting video to avi - the most popular video format;
- the software works in automatic mode, which is quite relevant for mobile devices;
- converting the sound series using the best codecs (mp3, wma, wav, etc.);
- work with online profiles and automatic uploading of files to the Internet;
- it’s very easy to figure out how to convert video to any format, i.e. an intuitive interface.
Of course, there are some minor flaws:
- mode is too small in demo mode, after which an unpleasant line appears on the converted video;
- Mandatory purchase of the program to gain access to all functions.
However, all the disadvantages of Movavi are more than compensated by the return and quality of this converter.
"VideoMASTER"
Another multifunctional program that allows users to figure out how to convert video to another format and change its attributes.
An expanded menu, many functions for converting, cropping and adding a separate audio series are just a few of the advantages of VideoMASTER.
Advantages of the application:
- compact and intuitive menu with support for the Russian language;
- Convert the original video files for playback on mobile devices;
- the best indicator for the time of file conversion;
- the ability to convert video to mp3, as well as to other audio formats.
Disadvantages:
- a short trial period (10 days), after which the full functionality is limited - a license is required;
- when working with a demo version on a converted video, an advertising signature is added, which cannot be removed.
In general, VideoMASTER is a very attractive program that deserves a place in the TOP. With regular use, you can safely buy a licensed version, and then the problem with converting too large files or improving the quality of the original video will disappear forever.
Wondershare Video Converter Ultimate
Another improvised program closes the improvised TOP - Wondershare Ultimate Converter. Despite such developed competition in this direction, this program is in no way inferior to the leaders and easily shows how to convert video to virtually any other format, extract audio files, edit and trim the original video file, and much more. And without loss of quality.
Wondershare Benefits:
- high conversion speed (using the latest NVidia technology);
- conversion to 3D format;
- the ability to mount your own video file;
- interaction with mobile devices;
- work with any sound codecs, extracting sound from a video without loss.
The disadvantages of the program:
- limiting the functionality of the application when working in the demo version (most of the functions are not available);
- only the English version is available for users without the ability to add the Russian language.
Again, to fully work with this program, you will have to buy it, however, the presence of a huge number of functions more than compensates for the money spent. And English is not such a big program, especially since the name of the main functions in most converters is also English.
Summing up, it is worth saying that the converter programs are very useful and versatile. That is, virtually every user using a PC can find use for them.