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Plex codec / file format compatability - Enquiries - 09-20-2022
Hi, i was watching your youtube channel on PLEX. i was wanting to know, for converting file formats to be able to play on plex, what is the best codec to use? also what are the optimum settings to use on the VLC conversion plugin, or Handbrake? and if exporting to a file type other than mp4, how do i use VLC to convert from say *.m4v or *.mkv over to *mp4?
RE: Plex codec / file format compatability - ed - 09-23-2022
Actually, you may find these articles useful https://nascompares.com/answer/best-video-formats-to-choose-for-plex-video-streaming-and-transcoding/
https://nascompares.com/nas-for-storage-and-streaming-to-tv-best-codex-support/
It shows the best video files for Plex.
Regarding the best app for video conversion, you might find this useful https://www.winxdvd.com/video-transcoder/handbrake-vs-vlc.htm
I hope this helps.