Convert M4V to MPG4

File Extension M4V
Full Name MPEG-4 Video File Format

M4V files store video data encoded using MPEG-4 standard. M4V format uses copyright protection technology called FairPlay. This solution prevents the file to be opened on unauthorized devices.

File Extension MPG4
Full Name MPEG-4 Video

What is file format conversion?

File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "M4V") to another (referred to as "MPG4"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, M4V 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 M4V to format MPG4 becomes essential.

So, how can we perform M4V to MPG4 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 M4V and transforming it into format MPG4. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of M4V to MPG4 converters.

Conversion from M4V to MPG4

How to convert the M4V file to MPG4?

If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of M4V to MPG4. 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 M4V file:

  • Please indicate on your computer the source file M4V, the format of which you are going to change
  • Load the M4V file to the application
  • Select the output format of the MPG4 file (the one that we want to achieve)
  • Select the location to save the output file MPG4 on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
  • Confirm conversion
  • Wait for a moment
  • Enjoy the converted MPG4 file that can be found in the location selected in step 4
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.