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How to convert MKV to JPG using the Movavi converter
What is MKV?
Full name
Matroska Multimedia Container
Format type
Video
Developed by
Lasse Kärkkäinen
Description
MKV (or Matroska Multimedia Container) is a free, open source video container format created in 2002. It’s officially called Matroska after the Russian matryoshka dolls because all the video, audio, and subtitle tracks are held within a single file. This format enables synchronous playback of audio and video tracks. Since MKV supports a large number of codecs and even uncompressed video, this format retains the original quality, allowing you to enjoy your videos in HD. Check this table if you want to know how to open MKV files and which programs can play them.
File extension
.mkv, .mk3d, .mka, .mks
Technical details
Videos with the MKV file type have a data channel for each type of track, making this format closer to other media containers such as AVI or MP4. A disadvantage of the MKV format is that very few modern programs can play files with these specifications correctly, so users have to install additional applications or codecs, for example, the VLC player or K-Lite Codec Pack.
Associated programs
VLC
What is JPG?
Full name
Joint Photographic Experts Group
Format type
Image
Developed by
Joint Photographic Experts Group
Description
JPG is a shorter name for the JPEG format, which is a lossy coding standard for digital images. JPG files have a small size – this makes JPG a popular choice for storing images and uploading files online. The JPG format is widely supported on different devices and platforms.
File extension
.jpg, .jpeg, .jfif, .jif, .jfi,.jpe
Technical details
The compression of JPG files is based on the discrete cosine transform (DCT).
Associated programs
Adobe® Photoshop®, Microsoft Photos, Google Photos, Apple Preview, Corel PaintShop Pro
Step 1. Download and install the Movavi converter
How to use a file converter? First, download the version of the software for Microsoft Windows or Macintosh, launch it, and proceed following the on-screen instructions. When the app is installed to your computer, it will run automatically.
Step 2. Add your MKV files
Locate the MKV files you want to convert and drag-and-drop them into the program’s window. The application can convert big batches of files – there’s no limit to how many files you can transfer at once.
Step 3. Select JPG as the output format
In the Formats menu, select the file type you want to turn your media into and choose the target format for the files. Also, you can change the conversion settings. Pay attention to the SuperSpeed label: it indicates that the conversion will be performed with a very high speed and without losing quality.
Step 4. Convert MKV to JPG
To specify the output folder, click the Save to button. Hit the Convert button to launch the process. When the converting is done, the new media files will be saved to the chosen folder.
Now you know how to change the file format using the Movavi converter. With this tool, you can also reduce the file size, cut out clips from videos, crop pictures, and create animations from your favorite movies. Get the free trial version and test it out!
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