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Understanding Video File Types: Codecs, Containers, and Outputs

TechSmith Camtasia

It gives you much smaller file sizes with minimal quality loss. In order to compress a video, your file must also have a corresponding codec. The codec of your original video file is often determined by your camera or screen recorder, which you may or may not have control over in your camera settings.

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Video File Formats, Codecs, and Containers Explained

TechSmith Camtasia

It is necessary to understand the different video file formats to ensure that the video is produced in the best format and quality for its intended purpose, hosting location, and audience. Let’s first begin by talking about codecs, which deal with compressing your file. What is it, and why is it important?

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The new Camtasia Studio 8, the Flipped Classroom and Mobile Learning [Review]

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This is precisely where I see TechSmith bringing a lot to the table, especially with the new release of Camtasia Studio 8. I have been a Camtasia fan for a long time, as well as a SnagIt and Jing fan and I’m also very impressed with the work TechSmith is doing on Mobile. What Else is New?

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Repurpose Your Content: Make a Blog Video!

TechSmith Camtasia

Our workflow typically includes saving as an MP4, which is the most common video file format, but also uploading to a hosting site. A hosting site such as Vimeo, YouTube, or Screencast.com is a good option, as video files can be difficult to send via email due to a large file size.

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YouTube vs. Vimeo, What’s the Difference?

TechSmith Camtasia

At TechSmith, our goal is to help our users take advantage of the power of video in their daily jobs. Choosing where you host your video is one of the most important decisions you’ll make in the planning process. Two of the most popular hosting platforms today are YouTube and Vimeo. They’re both great options for hosting.

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How to Edit Videos: The Not So Complex World of Video Encoding

TechSmith Camtasia

The container, often referred to as the file type, is displayed in the suffix of a file’s name (e.g. 264 video – there a number of others – they are usually the best choice because they are preferred by video hosting sites like YouTube and Vimeo along with social media channels like Facebook and Twitter.

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Understanding Video File Types: Codecs, Containers, and Outputs

TechSmith Camtasia

It gives you much smaller files sizes with minimal quality loss. The codec of your original video file is often determined by your video camera or screen recorder, which you may or may not have control over in your camera settings. So without further ado, here’s former techsmith video guru Mike!

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