Is VLC not recording in MP4 format?

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The discussion centers on the issue of VLC Media Player not recording MP4 videos while it functions correctly with .ts files. Users confirmed that the record button in VLC is operational for .ts formats but fails for MP4. The solution involves ensuring that the settings in Media -> Capture Device are configured correctly, as VLC captures the video format being viewed without special encoding by default. The original poster successfully resolved the issue after verifying these settings.

PREREQUISITES
  • Familiarity with VLC Media Player version 3.0 or later
  • Understanding of video file formats, specifically MP4 and TS
  • Knowledge of media capture settings in VLC
  • Basic troubleshooting skills for software settings
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  • Explore VLC Media Player's Media -> Capture Device settings
  • Research common issues with recording in VLC for different video formats
  • Learn about video encoding and how it affects recording functionality
  • Investigate alternative video recording tools compatible with MP4
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Video editors, content creators, and anyone using VLC Media Player for recording video content will benefit from this discussion, particularly those encountering issues with MP4 format recordings.

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Hi PF!

Sorry if this is not in the correct spot! I have an mp4 video I view in VLC. There is a red record button at the bottom of the screen and when I press it the video creates a copy of itself until I press the record button again. This works very well for .ts video files. However, for .mp4 this function is not working. Any ideas as to how to get this working?

Thanks so much!
 
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joshmccraney said:
Hi PF!

Sorry if this is not in the correct spot! I have an mp4 video I view in VLC. There is a red record button at the bottom of the screen and when I press it the video creates a copy of itself until I press the record button again. This works very well for .ts video files. However, for .mp4 this function is not working. Any ideas as to how to get this working?

Thanks so much!

Have the options in Media -> Capture Device been set up correctly? VLC captures the format of the video you are viewing, with no special encoding by default. If settings are ok, then is it the case that record button is disabled for every mp4 video you play?
 
Hi, and sorry for the late reply! I got it working; thanks for your help!
 

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