Exporting to MP4 Video in Blender 2.79's Video Sequence Editor (06)

Introduction

Hello and welcome to this sixth video in using Blender for video editing. In this session, we're going to talk about how to render out your final product, after you've completed all your edits, to generate a video file that you can share with others. We'll cover the steps to set up the rendering process and export your video to an MP4 format in Blender 2.79's Video Sequence Editor.

To start the rendering process, follow these steps:

1. Make sure the "Display" option is set to "Keep UI" to maintain performance during rendering.
2. Set the output directory and file name in the "Output" section to specify where the rendered video will be saved.
3. Choose "FFMpeg Video" as the file format for the video output.
4. Select the "H.264" preset in the encoding settings to optimize the video compression.
5. If your video has audio, set the audio codec to "AAC" to include audio in the final render.
6. Click on the "Animation" button to start the rendering process. Blender will display a progress bar and indicate when the rendering is complete.

After rendering, you can locate the output video file in the specified directory and play it to ensure the final result meets your expectations. Feel free to experiment with these settings to find the optimal configuration for your projects.

Keywords

Blender, video editing, rendering, MP4, Video Sequence Editor, output settings, encoding, AAC codec.

FAQ

1. Can I change the output directory and file name before rendering in Blender's Video Sequence Editor?

• Yes, you can specify the output directory and file name in the "Output" section of the properties editor before starting the rendering process.

2. How can I include audio in the rendered video in Blender?

• To include audio in the final render, set the audio codec to "AAC" in the encoding settings before initiating the rendering process.

3. What file format should I choose for video output in Blender's Video Sequence Editor?

• For video output in Blender, select "FFMpeg Video" as the file format and choose the "H.264" preset in the encoding settings for optimal compression and quality.