by Brian Fisher •
How can I convert RM to MP4?
Standing for RealMedia, RM is a multimedia container format that is used for internet streaming. The videos in format can be played on a very limited number of players like RealPlayer and Real Alternative codec pack. To play your favorite RM videos on all types of devices and players, converting it to a popular format like MP4 is the best solution. Know in detail about best tools to convert RM to MP4 on Mac and Windows PC.
To get your RM files converted in MP4 as well as other formats in lossless quality, we recommend UniConverter as the best tool. This professional video conversion software supports converting RM as well as other popular files to over 150 formats. The program is compatible with working with all latest versions of Windows and Mac.
Open UniConverter on your Mac or Windows computer after successfully downloading and installing the program. From the main interface, select the Convert tab and click on +Add Files option to browse and import local RM files. RM files from the connected device and other sources can also be added.
The added RM files appear on the interface with thumbnail images and file details. The options to edit the files are present under the added thumbnail. After editing is done, click on Convert all files to: drop-down menu at the top-right corner. From the Video tab, choose MP4 as the target format. You can choose to keep the resolution of the output file as the source video or can change as needed.
Choose PC location to save the converted file at the Output tab optional. Finally, click on Convert All button to proceed with RM to MP4 conversion.
About RM Format: Created by RealNetworks, RM (RealMedia) is a multimedia container format that comes with a .rm extension. The format is mainly used for streaming constant bitrate content over the internet. Generally, an RM file includes RealAudio, RealFlash, and RealVideo. The format has very limited compatibility and supported by RealPlayer and Real Alternative codec pack.
About MP4: MPEG-4 Part 14, commonly known as MP4 is a multimedia container format that is capable of storing an array of data like video, audio, subtitles, and still images. The format can be used for streaming content over the internet. MP4 is also known as a universal format as it compatible with almost all types of players and devices.
Both RM and RMVB are multimedia digital container format created by RealNetworks. The container for RM format streams the content in Constant Bitrate (CBR) while the container for RMVB streams content in Variable Bitrate (VBR). RM format has an extension .rm while RMVB comes with extension .rmvb.
Brian Fisher
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