Convert AVI to MOV

Is there a simple way to convert .avi videos to .mov format?

Convert avi to mov

How to convert avi to mov file

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This is a very popular conversion request supported by most modern video editors and converters, which means that converting Audio Video Interleave Files directly to Apple QuickTime Movies (.avi to .mov conversion) is possible and fairly straightforward.

Select among numerous video editing programs and (online) converters, such as Adobe Premiere Pro or SUPER. Such tools will let you easily import AVI videos and re-save them in MOV format.

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Understanding AVI and MOV file formats

AVI (Audio Video Interleave) is a multimedia container format introduced by Microsoft. It is widely used for storing video and audio data in a single file, allowing synchronous audio-with-video playback. AVI files can contain both audio and video data in a file container that allows synchronous audio-with-video playback.

MOV is a multimedia format developed by Apple and is compatible with both Macintosh and Windows platforms. It is commonly used for saving movies and other video files and is known for its high quality and ability to store multiple tracks of data, including video, audio, and text.

How to convert AVI to MOV

Converting AVI to MOV can be necessary for compatibility with Apple devices or software like QuickTime. Here are the steps to convert AVI to MOV:

Best software for AVI to MOV conversion

One of the best software options for converting AVI to MOV is VLC Media Player. It is a free and open-source multimedia player that also offers conversion capabilities.

Steps to convert using VLC Media Player

  1. Open VLC Media Player.
  2. Go to Media → Convert/Save.
  3. Click on Add and select the AVI file you want to convert.
  4. Click on Convert/Save at the bottom.
  5. In the Profile dropdown, select Video - H.264 + MP3 (MP4) and then change the file extension to .mov.
  6. Choose a destination file by clicking Browse.
  7. Click Start to begin the conversion process.

Alternative software options

Other software options include HandBrake and Any Video Converter, both of which offer user-friendly interfaces and support a wide range of formats.


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