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Any Video Format to MJPEG Codec

 

In this blog post, we'll walk you through the process of converting any video format to the MJPEG codec and AVI container using FFMPEG and Git Bash. Whether you're a video enthusiast, content creator, or simply need to meet specific video format requirements, this guide will help you achieve your goals.

Prerequisites: Git Bash and FFMPEG Installation

Before we dive into the video conversion process, let's make sure you have the necessary tools installed on your system. You'll need Git Bash and FFMPEG to follow along.

Installing Git Bash:

  1. Download the full Git-2.xx.x-64-bit installer from the official Git website (**https://git-scm.com/**).
  2. Run the installer (e.g., 'Git-2.xx.x-64-bit.exe') and follow the installation instructions.
  3. During the installation, choose the following recommended settings:
    • PATH environment: Use Git Bash Only
    • Line endings: Checkout Windows-style, commit Unix-style
  4. After the installation is complete, open Git Bash and type the following command to verify your Git installation
git version

You should see output similar to this:

Copy code
git version 2.xx.x.windows.1

If everything is set up correctly, you're ready to move on to installing FFMPEG.

Installing FFMPEG in Windows:

You can download FFMPEG from the official website (**https://ffmpeg.zeranoe.com/builds/**). Make sure to choose the appropriate version for your system.

Note: Do not try to install by double-clicking on "ffmpeg.exe". No worries, nothing will happen 🙂

First, you may try to execute the ffmpeg command and may result in error. because, command not reachable to the exe file

after navigating to the binary folder, executing the command will give the similar result.

Video Conversion Using FFMPEG

Now that you have Git Bash and FFMPEG installed, follow these steps to convert a video to MJPEG codec and AVI container:

  1. Copy or Move the Video File: Start by copying or moving the video file you want to convert to the current folder where you plan to execute the FFMPEG command.
  2. Open Git Bash: Right-click in the current folder and select the "Git Bash here" option.
  3. Execute the FFMPEG Command: In the Git Bash terminal, use the following FFMPEG command to convert your video:
./ffmpeg.exe -i <videoname.format> -vcodec mjpeg output.avi

Replace <videoname.format> with the name and format of your video file and choose

Replace <videoname.format> with the name and format of your video file and choose a name for the output file (e.g., output.avi).

For example, if you want to convert a video named input.mp4 to MJPEG codec and AVI container, your command would be:

  1. Conversion Process: Press Enter to execute the command. FFMPEG will start converting the video. The time taken for the conversion depends on the size and duration of the video.
  2. Completion: Once the conversion is complete, you'll find the converted video in the same folder as your original video with the name you specified in the command (e.g., output.avi).

Conclusion

With Git Bash and FFMPEG, you can easily convert video formats to meet your project's requirements. Whether you need to use the MJPEG codec and AVI container or any other purpose, this simple guide will help you achieve your goals. So, go ahead and experiment with different video formats and codecs, and unlock new possibilities for your video projects. Happy video editing!

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