With 4K video recording becoming the standard on most smartphones, it’s easy to record videos at large sizes. However, you may have problems uploading or sharing such large video files. You need to shrink the mp4 file size on the desktop. Here’s how to compress videos on Mac.
Mac users have several options to compress videos without losing quality. You can use any of the options below to reduce the video size and share it on social networks or the web without problems. Let’s start the list with the default QuickTime Player on Mac.
1. Compress Video Using QuickTime Player
The default QuickTime Player has a handy export option for compressing free .MOV video files. We imported a 111 MB video on a Mac. Check out how QuickTime Player works for video compression.
Step 1: Launch the Finder app on Mac. Browse to a video file, right-click it, and choose to open it with QuickTime Player.
Step 2: When the video opens in QuickTime Player, click the File menu in the top left corner.
Step 3: From the context menu, expand Export As and choose between 4K, 1080p (full-HD) or 720p (HD) resolutions.
Step 4: Assign a new name next to the Export As box, confirm the export location, and click Save. Export time may vary depending on the resolution you choose and the hardware specifications of your Mac model.
We have successfully compressed a 111MB video to 25MB. We exported the video in 1080p using the steps above. When we selected 4K resolution during export, QuickTime Player reduced the video file from 111 MB to 57 MB. You can also choose 720p for active video compression and shrink the size to less than 25MB.
2. Reduce video size with iMovie
iMovie is a capable video editing application from Apple. The app is free to download and use from the App Store. You can follow the steps below to reduce the video size using iMovie.
Step 1: Install iMovie from the Mac App Store.
Step 2: Click import and select your video file from Mac storage.
Step 3: You can use the built-in editing options to change your video. Once you are satisfied with the final result, click the Share icon in the top right corner.
Step 4: Select Export file.
Step 5: Expand the Resolution menu and select 540p, 720p, 1080p, or 4K. Set the video quality to high. You don’t need to select Best (ProRes) from the quality menu or it will increase the video file size.
Step 6: Check the estimated video file size and click Next.
Step 7: Rename your video file and choose an export location on Mac.
iMovie remains one of the best free video compression apps on Mac. You also have several editing options to fine-tune the video output.
3. Use VLC to Compress Videos on Mac
VLC is one of the best third-party video players on Mac. It’s open source software, available on all major platforms, and allows you to compress videos without breaking a sweat. Check it out in action.
Step 1: Download VLC player from the official website.
Step 2: Launch Finder and right click on the video.
Step 3: Open the video in VLC player.
Step 4: Select File at the top and click Convert/Stream.
Step 5: You can choose from several video preset profiles. Select H.264 + MP3 (MP4). You can click Customize and change the video codec, bitrate, resolution and other details.
Step 6: Click Save as file.
Step 7: Select Browse and select the output location.
Save your video and it’s ready to use on your Mac. HandBrake is another neat capable app for compressing videos on the go.
4. Use a Web App to Shrink Video Files on Mac
If you don’t want to install a dedicated app on your Mac, use the web app to reduce the video file size. However, we recommend that you do not upload your private or confidential videos to those web services. You should stick with offline native apps for video compression on Mac. Freeconvert is one of the online services capable of shrinking mp4 file sizes. Here’s how you can use it. Of course, uploading a large video will take time depending on the strength of your internet connection.
Step 1: Access Freeconvert in a web browser. Select Compress.
Step 2: Select Choose file and find a video from Mac.
Step 3: Check the video output type. Click the Settings gear to change the video codec, file size, etc.
Step 4: Click Compress Now! and the service initiates the upload and compression process.
Step 5: Tap Download when it’s ready to save on your Mac.
Freeconvert supports up to 1 GB of videos for free. The service will delete the uploaded video after four hours to protect your privacy. In our testing, the service successfully compressed 111MB of video into 59MB.
Shrink video files on Mac
For the most part, the default QuickTime Player and iMovie are enough to compress video on a Mac. Which option do you prefer to reduce the video size? Share your picks in the comments below.
Categories: How to
Source: thpttranhungdao.edu.vn/en/
