Convert MTS to MP4

File Extension MTS
Full Name AVCHD MPEG-2 Transport Stream Format

The .mts extension refers to files of the type AVCHD video files. These are advanced High definition MPEG transport stream files.These files are mostly created by the High definition video recording cameras like Sony,Panasonic etc. The file format supports both HD (720p) as well as true HD (1080p) or fullHD as some people call it.

File Extension MP4
Full Name MPEG-4 Video File Format

One of the most common video format, the .mp4 files refer to the generic video files based on MPEG-4 files. MPEG-4 files are very common and widely used format on the internet today. This standard was invented by the Moving picture experts group. The file structure of an MP4 file uses two layers of compression.

What is file format conversion?

File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "MTS") to another (referred to as "MP4"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, MTS file may be incompatible with the software or device we want to use to open or edit it. In such cases, converting the file from format MTS to format MP4 becomes essential.

So, how can we perform MTS to MP4 file conversion? Fortunately, there are many tools and computer programs available that enable file format conversion. These tools work by reading the data from the file in format MTS and transforming it into format MP4. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of MTS to MP4 converters.

Conversion from MTS to MP4

How to convert the MTS file to MP4?

If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of MTS to MP4. Handling all the programs is usually very intuitive and is based on the same pattern of conduct. We will briefly discuss a few steps that you always need to go through while changing the format of the MTS file:

  • Please indicate on your computer the source file MTS, the format of which you are going to change
  • Load the MTS file to the application
  • Select the output format of the MP4 file (the one that we want to achieve)
  • Select the location to save the output file MP4 on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
  • Confirm conversion
  • Wait for a moment
  • Enjoy the converted MP4 file that can be found in the location selected in step 4
Other conversions
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I cannot see the file extensions. What should I do?

File extensions are not normally displayed to users. To change this, go to Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization and Folder Options. Next, select the View and find the option "Hide extensions for known file types". The option should be deselected (cleared) and confirmed with OK.