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MP4 to MKV

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MP4 to MKV

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How to Convert MP4 to MKV:

Step 01

Upload a file

Upload the MP4 file you wish to convert. Just drag & drop it onto the page, or click the blue button to choose from a folder on your device (you can also add files from Dropbox, or even straight from a YouTube URL).

Step 02

Convert your video

Choose MKV as the output format, by selecting from the dropdown list of file types. Then just press ‘Convert File’. It’s that easy!

Step 03

Download (& Edit) your video

Hit the ‘Download File’ button to save your newly converted GIF file. You can also click the ‘Edit’ button to add text, auto-subtitles, progress bars, and more to your video. It’s super-easy, with VEED!

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‘Convert MP4 to MKV’ Tutorial

MP4

MP4 is one of the most compatible video file formats. You can upload MP4 files to YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Facebook, and other social media sites. You can also play MP4 files with Windows Media Player, VLC, QuickTime, iPhone, iPad, Android, and almost all media players.

MP4 files are popular because they can be viewed almost anywhere, and even with high-quality video, the file sizes remain relatively small, making them easy to share. MP4 is short for 'MPEG4', and is a format that normally contains video and audio, but can also be used to store images and subtitles.

MKV

MKV contains video, audio, and text files. You can upload MKV files to Facebook and YouTube, but not to mobile-based social media platforms like Instagram. It is compatible with VLC media player.

The Matroska Video or MKV supports an unlimited number of video, audio, and subtitle tracks. It is free to use and is best for independent creators. MKV files are not compatible with Mac and must be converted before they can be played on Apple's QuickTime Player.

FAQ

    1. Select your MP4 video and upload it to VEED
    2. Choose MKV from the dropdown and click Convert
    3. Export the video
  • VEED’s video converter is absolutely free to use. You can convert your MP4 files to MKV and other video formats without having to sign up or create an account.

  • You can open or play your MKV videos using VLC media player. It is the default media player for MKV files.

  • The fastest way to convert MKV to MP4 and other video formats is to use VEED’s online video converter. It only takes a few clicks and you can do it straight from your browser.

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MP4 to MKV

More than an MP4 to MKV converter

You can do so much more than just convert your videos to different video formats on VEED. VEED is an online video editing software that features plenty of tools to let you edit your videos like a pro. Make your videos look stunning by using camera effects and filters. You can also add images, audio, text, and more. Make your videos more accessible by adding subtitles. You don’t need to download any software. It works straight from your browser!