Which tool do you use to convert downloaded video?

[JohnnyBeGood]

Hi all,

Its pretty obvious that downloaded .mp4 video can be only played in VLC media player.
When I tried to import it into Premiere Pro it wasn't recognized. Even tried best free video converter HandBrake and the file was not recognized.
I found online video converter and was able to convert it that was recognized by Premiere Pro.
Just wanted to see what you guys are using?

TIA

 

[djangel]

Hi all,

Its pretty obvious that downloaded .mp4 video can be only played in VLC media player.
When I tried to import it into Premiere Pro it wasn't recognized. Even tried best free video converter HandBrake and the file was not recognized.
I found online video converter and was able to convert it that was recognized by Premiere Pro.
Just wanted to see what you guys are using?

TIA

You probably need the Directshow Filters player plug-in/codec (DSFilters V6.1.2.2). You can also use the following tools to convert/view the video: Format Converter v4.0 or VSPlayer V7.1.2

 

[JohnnyBeGood]

You probably need the Directshow Filters player plug-in/codec (DSFilters V6.1.2.2). You can also use the following tools to convert/view the video: Format Converter v4.0 or VSPlayer V7.1.2

Thanks for the reply!
After installing DSFilters now I can play video using WMP. Tried Format Converter and did output to .mp4 and .mkv but playback quality is not the same as online converter. I guess I have to try different settings.