Convert WMV to XVID

File Extension WMV
Full Name Windows Media Video Format

WMV isa a Windows Media file. WMV format is used by the most widely used operating system in the world, so it is not a surprise that it became a very popular format for web-related purposes.

File Extension XVID
Full Name XviD Codec

XVID is an extension characteristic for files containing digital video generated on the basis of the Xvid codec library. Such encoding of video materials complies with the MPEG-4 part 2 encoding standard. Unlike the DivX codec, Xvid is a tool distributed under the GNU General Public License model.

What is file format conversion?

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

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

Conversion from WMV to XVID

How to convert the WMV file to XVID?

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

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