H.264 Video Compression: How to Compress H264 File Easily

H.264 files are video codec standard files that are largely known for their superiority in terms of compression efficiency. Many such videos are created using camcorders and aired on HDTV channel or contained in Blu-ray discs that support the advanced format while guaranteeing high quality as compared to extremely lower bitrates. Sadly, there are times when we need to upload video files to the web or store them but there are too big.

How one compresses a video file or the form it takes after compression makes a great difference both in terms of end quality and the duration to takes to complete compression. There are many video compression tools that can be used to compress H.264 files. One such tool is Wondershare UniConverter (originally Wondershare Video Converter Ultimate).

Wondershare UniConverter (originally Wondershare Video Converter Ultimate) allows you to not only convert videos but also copy DVDs, undertake simple editing, create videos and share them online. Additionally, the H.264 video compression tool allows you to create compressed videos into formats that are compatible with multiple devices. It is an easy-to-use tool with a friendly user interface.

Typically, when the software is started, it searches for updates before finally loading the dashboard. The dashboard, as shown in screenshot above reveals multiple features that the tool can accomplish. At the topmost bar, there are options to convert, burn and download videos. In the bar below are options to add files, load DVD and output format. These are functionality keys that are important in accomplishing the conversion process. The important steps to follow in compression of H264 files using Wondershare UniConverter are as below.

Detailed Tutorial on How to Compress H264 Files:

Step 1 Adding files to the H.264 video compression tool.

Download, install and launch Wondershare H.264 compressor on your PC/Mac. You'll come to the Convert interface by default, then click on the Add Files button to open a dialogue box that will then be used to locate the H.264 source videos as shown below.

Alternatively, you can simply drag and drop the H.264 files directly to the application’s primary window. It allows you to add multiple files at a time.

Step 2 Choose the desired output format.

The output format determines the new size of the file. There are multiple formats from which you can select as shown below. Generally speaking, FLV, WMV, MP4 will be smaller than other formats like MKV, AVI etc. Click the inverted triangle beside Convert all files to: option and select the Video tab, choose the target format as you wish, and then the resolution.

Other than the format, users can also select the device for which the compressed files are intended. The devices supported are listed with all leading brands taken into consideration. Gaming devices are also included and depending on the device you choose, the software will corresponding recommend an appropriate format for conversion and compression to match the device parameters and compatibility.

Step 3 Customize video compression settings.

After choosing the video output format, you can click on the compress icon on the Target bar and a small window will open up. From this window, you can change video resolution, file size, bit rate, video format, and other parameters easily. Click on the Preview button to check what your video will be.

Step 4 Choose out file location and start H.264 compression.

Once you are accomplished all the previous steps, then you can click the Convert All button to start the H.264 video compression process.

It should be noted that the software is very efficient in compression of videos and one can easily monitor the remaining duration during the process. To view the compressed file, one can easily click on the Output option and select the converted file.