Convert MP4 to WMV Online
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I’ll admit it – I’ve wasted more time than I care to admit trying to convert MP4 files online, only to watch the progress bar crawl like a snail. That’s when I threw Movavi Video Converter into the mix, and wow – it actually made the process painless. I loved that, in addition to converting MP4 to WMV, it handles over 180 formats, works in bulk without slowing down my computer, and even has this SuperSpeed mode that actually keeps quality intact while blasting through conversions.
Whether you’re on Windows or Mac, the program is surprisingly lightweight for such a powerful tool. So, even on my slightly creaky laptop, it chewed through videos like a champ. There’s a trial version, so you can take a look at its functions before buying, but its full version feels like it almost has no limit at all!
If you’ve ever struggled with file formats or just wanted a simple, reliable way to get your videos ready for any device, stick around – I’ll show you how to convert MP4 to WMV step by step.
Step 1. Download and install Movavi Video Converter
So, how to use an MP4 to WMV converter? The first thing I did was grab the version for my computer – Windows in my case – and run the installer. The setup walked me through everything step by step, and once it was done, the app opened automatically, ready to go.
Step 2. Add the MP4 files
Next, I just dragged and dropped the MP4 files I wanted to convert straight into the program window. I loved that I could change the format in a bunch of files at once – no need to worry about converting them one by one.
Step 3. Select WMV as the output format
Then I headed to the Formats menu and picked WMV as my target. I also tweaked a few settings like resolution, bitrate, and codec, depending on what I needed. I kept an eye out for the SuperSpeed label, which meant the conversion would be super fast without losing quality.
Step 4. Convert MP4 to WMV
After that, I chose where to save the converted files with the Save to button and hit Convert. In just a few moments, my WMV files were ready to use.
Using Movavi, I realized I could do much more than just convert files – I could shrink file sizes, cut out clips, crop videos, and even make little animations from my favorite movies. I tried the free trial first, and it gave me the chance to explore all these features before deciding to keep it.
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What is MP4?
Full name
MPEG-4 Part 14
Format type
Video
Developed by
Moving Picture Experts Group
Description
MP4 is a format created in 2001 by an ISO/IEC working group. MP4 files are multimedia files used for storing video/audio and other content. Short for “MPEG-4 Part 14,” this file type is very common and recognized by most systems and devices. Check the list below if you’re not sure how to open MP4 files and which programs can play them.
File extension
.mp4
Technical details
MPEG-4 Part 14, also known as ISO/IEC 14496-14:2003, is one instance of a more general standard (ISO/IEC 14496-12:2004) with specifications based on Apple’s QuickTime File Format. The MPEG-4 container uses AAC for encoding audio as a means to restrict data copying via lossy compression and playback. Like its many counterparts, the container supports web streaming.
Associated programs
iTunes, QuickTime Player, Windows Media Player, VLC, RealPlayer, etc.
What is WMV?
Full name
Windows Media Video
Format type
Video
Developed by
Microsoft
Description
Windows Media Video, or WMV, is a video compression format created by Microsoft in 2006 for storing and watching videos on Windows PCs. Many devices, including Archos, Microsoft Zune, Xbox 360, Windows Mobile phones, and others, support playback of WMVs, too. However, the WMV format is not widely supported on other platforms, so sometimes you might need to convert your files to open and play them correctly. To learn how to do this, read our guides.
File extension
.wmv
Technical details
Videos of the WMV file type can be compressed with one of the following video codecs: WMV V7, WMV V8, WMV 9, WMV 9 Screen, WMV 9 Advanced profile, MPEG-4, or WMV 9.1 Image V2. Some files with WMV specifications support DRM (Digital Rights Management), making them extremely well-suited for selling video content online.
Associated programs
Windows Media Player, RealPlayer, Media Player Classic, and others
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