What is encoding?
Encoding is the process of converting raw videos into a specific digital format using a codec like H.264 or HEVC/H.265 to make the file size smaller while maintaining quality. This step makes the video compatible with various devices and platforms.
What you need to know about encoding:
- H.264 is widely used for high-quality, smaller files, while HEVC offers even better compression but requires more processing power.
- A higher bitrate means better quality but larger files and a lower bitrate decreases quality but saves on file size.
- Faster encoding saves time but can result in lower quality.
What does “encoding video quality” mean?
Encoding video quality refers to how well the video retains detail after being compressed into a digital format, balancing file size and visual clarity.
What is the most common video encoder?
H.264 is the most common video encoder due to its balance of quality and file size, suitable for most applications.
What type of encoding is MP4?
MP4 typically uses H.264 encoding, offering high quality with efficient compression, making it ideal for streaming and sharing.
Does Riverside encode your video tracks?
Yes, Riverside encodes the video track of each participant to have a constant frame rate (CFR).
Constant Frame Rate (CFR) video files are tracks that are designed for editing on video software. These files are encoded to stay synchronized with other CFR tracks, making it easy to edit the video.
Participants' high-quality video tracks recorded in a computer browser use a constant frame rate for both the Raw video track and the Aligned video track formats.
