Therefore, we'll also introduce an easier and faster way to reduce video file size - VideoProc Converter for all types of users. But it may be too complicated and slow for some users, especially for those who're not familiar with VLC and their computer configuration is old. During the compression, please do not close the window, or else the output video will be corrupted.Īs showed above, compressing video with VLC is free. Note: The whole compressing process may take a few minutes.
After installing and launching VLC, you can start compressing video now: A window will pop up to ask you to agree Network Access Policy.When choosing the destination folder for VLC, 90% users have changed the default Disk C to other Disks to save space.That would slow down the operating speed of your computer. We suggest you to think twice before selecting those components.
#How to compress video files on windows install#
Note that VLC is a cross-platform program.
Step 1: Go to VLC official page to download VLC. VLC compresses video but loses too much quality? See Fixes.
#How to compress video files on windows how to#
Step-by-step guide on how to compress video with VLC.