What you can save
Trimming time and reducing picture detail solve different problems. Start by removing content you do not need, then adjust the size target conservatively.
From source to saved file
- Check what the recipient or service accepts. Note its size limit, video format and any resolution requirement.
- Choose Compress Video. Trim unnecessary time, review the picture crop and select a suitable target size.
- Save the compressed copy separately. Check the final size and play it on the receiving device before deleting anything.
Free and Pro, clearly
Target-size compression, time trimming and picture cropping are available in Free. Free video-file output is up to 1080p, with a two-task file queue and one running task. Pro adds higher-resolution output and larger queues. Quality and final size depend on the source and settings.
Check the result
This page describes MP4 or MKV output from supported media. Play the saved file, check the selected range and listen to the sound. Keep your original. No universal device compatibility or guaranteed compression ratio is implied.
Questions before you start
Will there be a watermark?
No. Neither edition adds a watermark or an artificial speed limit.
Can I save only part of the recording?
Yes. Set the start and end in the source preview. Only the selected time range is saved. Keep the original if you may want a different passage later.
Does my media leave my computer?
Conversion is local. CD metadata lookup, online licensing and update checks have separate network behavior described in the Privacy Notice.
What if the result is not what I expected?
Keep the original, check your source selection and try a short range. Use Support in the app to review and submit a diagnostic report when needed. Review it for personal information before sending.