File Extension | WMV |
Full Name | Windows Media Video Format |
WMV isa a Windows Media file. WMV format is used by the most widely used operating system in the world, so it is not a surprise that it became a very popular format for web-related purposes.
File Extension | 264 |
Full Name | H.264/MPEG-4 AVC Video Format |
The extension .264 refers to the files of the type Ripped video data files. The files are a kind of temporary video files that are generated during video processing. The file structure is designed in such a way to store the temporary information of the video in bits and pieces and stich together after processing to produce the end result.
File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "WMV") to another (referred to as "264"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, WMV file may be incompatible with the software or device we want to use to open or edit it. In such cases, converting the file from format WMV to format 264 becomes essential.
So, how can we perform WMV to 264 file conversion? Fortunately, there are many tools and computer programs available that enable file format conversion. These tools work by reading the data from the file in format WMV and transforming it into format 264. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of WMV to 264 converters.
If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of WMV to 264. Handling all the programs is usually very intuitive and is based on the same pattern of conduct. We will briefly discuss a few steps that you always need to go through while changing the format of the WMV file:
File extensions are not normally displayed to users. To change this, go to Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization and Folder Options. Next, select the View and find the option "Hide extensions for known file types". The option should be deselected (cleared) and confirmed with OK.