How to Compress Videos on a PC : PC Know-How

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Introduction

Sometimes, video files can become quite large and unmanageable. If you'd like to compress them so that you can store them easily before viewing them later, follow these steps:

  1. Navigate to the Video File: Locate the video file on your computer that you want to compress.

  2. Identify the File Format: Here we have a WMV (Windows Media Video) file as an example.

  3. Right-Click on the Video File: Right-click on the video file you wish to compress.

  4. Access the Compression Option: From the context menu that appears, go to "Send to" and then select "Compressed (zipped) folder."

  5. Compression Process: This will zip or compress the video file in the same folder where it's located.

  6. Naming the Compressed File: After the compression is done, you can name the compressed file whatever you like, but it will have a .zip extension.

  7. Extracting the Compressed File: When you're ready to use the compressed video file, simply double-click on it and choose the option to "Extract" the video.

And that's it! You have successfully compressed and can now easily store your video files until you're ready to use them.

Keywords

  • Compress videos
  • PC
  • Video files
  • Storage
  • WMV
  • Right-click
  • Compressed folder
  • .zip extension
  • Extract video

FAQ

Q: What file formats can I compress using this method?

A: You can compress any file format using this method, though the example given uses a WMV file.

Q: Do I need special software to compress video files?

A: No, Windows has a built-in feature that allows you to compress folders and files, including video files.

Q: Will compressing a video reduce its quality?

A: Compressing a video into a .zip file does not reduce its quality. It just reduces the file size for easier storage and sharing.

Q: How do I extract a compressed video file?

A: Double-click on the .zip file and select the option to "Extract" the video file.

Q: Can I rename the compressed file?

A: Yes, you can name the compressed file whatever you like, but it will have a .zip extension.

Q: Where is the compressed file stored?

A: The compressed file is stored in the same folder as the original video file unless you choose to move it elsewhere.