


These particular file types can hold multiple video, audio, and subtitle parts or so called streams.įor example videos in different angles, audio in different languages and qualities (Dolby Surround, Dolby AC3, regular stereo, etc), or subtitles in different languages or types (Closed Caption versus regular subtitles). The purpose of the files we are about to make will be mainly playback on your computer or other device capable of playback of these kind of files.

For example: XBMC box, Tablet PC, iPod/iPad, smartphone, media player in your car, or other media playback capable device. Here MP4 is the most commonly used format (together with AVI). HandBrake also accepts other video sources than just a DVD – including other video files! MKV on the other hand, although seemingly superior, is not (yet) as popular, but HandBrake supports MKV as well. It can convert most common video files to MP4 or MKV with ease. Note : Copying a DVD is commonly referred to as “ripping” a DVD.
