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Can you convert mov to mp4 on Windows 11?
I’ve been in the same boat with those pesky MOV files from my iPhone—they just don’t play nice on Windows apps sometimes! I ended up using this tutorial (https://www.uumeo.com/mov-to-mp4), and it made my life so much easier. It’s straightforward, no ads or watermarks, and the quality is spot on—I’ve been using it ever since!
Developed by Apple for QuickTime, MOV files have better compatibility with macOS and iOS but may face playback or editing challenges on Windows PCs without additional software. On the contrary, MP4 is widely supported across all platforms, including Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile devices. It is compatible with most media players and software.
What is more, MOV file usually has larger file sizes as it often prioritizes quality over compression. MP4 uses advanced compression techniques (H.264 or H.265 codecs), resulting in smaller file sizes while maintaining quality.
These are two biggest benefits when you convert .mov to .mp4.