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INTRODUCTION
Codec is an acronym for “compression-decompression”. With the help of codecs, we are able to speed up downloads, compress a signal and later decompress it for viewing.
WHAT IS MKV AND MP4 VIDEO FORMAT
MKV, or Matroska video format and MP4 (also called MPEG-4, short for Moving pictures Experts Group 4) are both standard video codecs that are commonly used for streaming and playing audio and video content. However, both have their own pros and cons. Following is a brief comparison of them:
- MP4 is a royalty free open standard format under the GNU L-GPL license while MKV is supported by a non profit organization called the Loi association.
- MKV supports virtually all video format and can store unlimited multimedia.
- Files MKV are usually larger in size than MP4 files.
- MKV is industry standard for playing TV shows and movies content while MP4 is used to play the mainstream multimedia content.
- MP4 is compatible with nearly all operating systems and mobiles and definitely wins over MKV in this regard.
All in all, both formats are standard and offers their own benefits and losses. However, due to its higher compatibility, MP4 should be the general choice nowadays.
HOW TO CONVERT MKV TO MP4 IN VLC MEDIA PLAYER
As I have often mentioned in my articles before, I tend to write separately about commonly used apps that can serve the purpose we aim at so that you (my readers) don’t have to go through much hassle of looking for different tools online or offline. VLC is a standard media player sitting there in almost every PC that comes with a wide variety of formats and can be used as a converter as well. How to convert mkv to mp4 in vlc media player? Simply follow these steps:
- Run VLC.
- From the menu above, click on “Media” and choose “Convert / Save”.
- Click the “Add” button.
- Browse and select the desired MKV file. You can also simply choose to drag and drop the file into the list.
- Click “Convert / Save”.
- Under the profile menu, choose “Video – h.264 + MP3 (MP4).
- Click on the little wrench icon that shows the hint: “Edit selected profile”.
- Leave “MP4/MOV” selected under the encapsulation tab.
- Check both “Video” and “keep original track” under the video codec tab.
- Same as before, check “Audio” and “Keep original track” under the audio codec tab.
- Click Save.
- Choose the destination you’d like to save your file in.
- Click on “Start.”
Keep checking on the progress in the main menu as the file is converted. If VLC hangs up in an infinite loop, close it using Task manager.
BEST SOFTWARES ON HOW TO CONVERT MKV TO MP4 IN VLC MEDIA PLAYER
Yes, VLC is a great option to use. But it can have bugs too and may not always be down for the job. Therefore, if you cannot use VLC, here is a list of a few efficient choices best suited for this purpose:
FREEMAKE VIDEO CONVERTER: Freemake is another great option that allows the user to change the video quality according to will. The conversion process is simple and straightforward even with large sized files. It supports almost all modern codecs and even offers a batch conversion option.
ACETHINKER VIDEO MASTER: Acethinker, a premium app, offers a large variety of format and offers rapid conversion as well. It also offers many basic video editing features like filters, clipping, rotating etc without any watermarks. A free trial is available to users.
WONDERSHARE MKV CONVERTER: Wondershare is another optimal choice for converting MKV to MP4 format. It allows user to choose the output video resolution willingly. One can also add files from local storage or other devices without the need to copy them. It offers both an online and offline version, but video editing features are available in offline version only.
HANDBRAKE MKV TO MP4 CONVERTER: Though Handbrake doesn’t offer any video editing features post conversion, but does offer a rather fast and seamless conversion. It also offers the batch conversion feature.
TIPARD VIDEO CONVERTER ULTIMATE: Tipard convert MKV into many other commonly used formats including MP4. It can also convert 4K ultra videos into 1080P Hd videos or any other resolution as required. It also offers excellent editing features.
FINAL TIPS
These are the apps that can serve the purpose on how to convert mkv to mp4 in vlc media player most efficiently. If you have any other queries or would like to suggest an article for us to write about, feel free to comment down below or read another interesting article on how to convert a pdf image to word editable.
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