Editing Videos using a Video Converter

The basic usage of an online video file converter is – as the name most probably told you already – converting different types of video file formats. From MOV to MKV, from AVI to MP4, or any other possible combination. But there are several other features a video converter can offer!

In earlier blog entries we have looked at how to extract a still image from a movie, or how to rip music from a video clip very easily.… Read the rest

Cross-Conversion – What is possible?

The basic and general features of a file converter, whether it’s a software tool you have to install on your computer or whether it’s an online service, are mostly the same: You upload a file and convert it into another format, either because you can’t open the initial file, because you want to reduce the file size to send it over the internet, or because you want to send it to people that may not be able to open the original file format.… Read the rest

Common Questions About Video Converters

If you suddenly run up against the need to use video converters, it can be daunting. If you’re already familiar with terms like codecs, containers, formats, MP4 and FLV, you’re all set. However when most people see the message on their screen indicating their computer can’t open a video file, they panic.

You don’t need to panic. Finding and using video converters to change your video file into a different type of file is quick and easy, once you learn how.… Read the rest

Native Apple (Mac) Files

Users of Apple devices like Mac desktop computers, MacBooks, iPhones, or iPads are already familiar with them: the native Apple Inc. file formats. Users of other platforms and operating systems like Windows and Linux however can face difficulties with those formats because they, sometimes, have never heard of them.

This could become a problem for Apple users as well when they try to send assignments, essays or other documents, videos, or audio files from their device to someone working with a Windows computer or an Android phone.… Read the rest

Popular Video File Extensions

The world of online media exploded with the widespread use of video files. However, all of those additional options also made life more confusing for non-professionals who often use video files. There are many different types of video file extensions out there, and it’s important to know what type of file you need before you convert any of your old files.

Being better educated about video file types can also help you make better decisions when you buy new videos online and have to select the type of file you want to receive.… Read the rest

Video Codecs and Containers – What Are They?

codecs and containersFiguring out the differences between some of the most popular image formats is relatively easy. All you have to do is look at the file extension and you know most of what you need to know. However, video formats are much more complicated. When you’re working with video files, the terms codecs and containers get used a lot, but most people don’t know what that means.

We’re going to break down the contents of a video file to make it easier to understand.… Read the rest

How to Choose an Online Video Converter

There are dozens of reasons that might make it necessary to convert video files to a different type of video file. Knowing that you need to convert your video is the easy part. It becomes a little more difficult when you start trying to determine HOW you will make that important conversion.

The good news is that there are hundreds of options when searching for an online video converter. Unfortunately, that is the bad news as well.… Read the rest

Convert Your PowerPoint to Video For Greater Flexibility

For many people, creating a Microsoft Power Point file is the best possible way to create and view a presentation. The templates available within PowerPoint make it easy to create slides and the nature of the presentation allow a speaker to switch to the next slide with a simple touch of a button, while maintaining eye contact with their audience.

However, the reality is that there are many circumstances when your carefully prepared PPT file is no longer the best solution.… Read the rest

3 Reasons to Bookmark an Online File Converter

An online file converter spares you the need to install multiple programs to convert your documents, audio files, video clips, etc. It also doesn’t come with the risk of viruses and other threats to your devices. Besides, it is so convenient since you only need to type a URL and select a few options to get the format you need. These reasons and more make a web-based converter a valuable resource.… Read the rest

Best Video Converter: Online or Download?

If you regularly find yourself in need of a file converter, reliability is essential.  It does seem that having software available right there on your computer, just a click away, would be the easiest route.

But there’s another option that is also just a click away.  Online video converters are rising in popularity due to their ease of use and security advantages.  Anytime a file is downloaded there is a risk of malware or a virus piggybacking onto what appears to be a legitimate download. … Read the rest