How to Change Video Resolution with Movavi

Before you start

The Movavi video resolution converter works locally on your computer. You do not need to upload the video to an online service, but you do need the Movavi program installed and the source file available on the device.

Before converting, open the file in Movavi and check the current resolution, frame rate, and recording format. This helps you choose a target size that matches the capture source and the intended use, such as a smaller size for messaging or a standard size for a presentation.

Step-by-step instructions

Use these ordered steps to change video resolution with Movavi Video Converter. Menu names can differ between program versions, but the main sequence is similar.

• 1. Open Movavi Video Converter and add the video file you want to convert.
• 2. Select an output format from the format list, such as MP4, MOV, AVI, or MKV.
• 3. Find the resolution or size option for that format and choose the required dimensions, for example 1920 by 1080, 1280 by 720, or 640 by 480.
• 4. If available, check the frame rate setting and keep it close to the original unless you specifically need a different value.
• 5. Check the bitrate setting if the version exposes it. A higher bitrate usually preserves more detail, while a lower bitrate produces a smaller file.
• 6. Choose the destination folder for the converted file.
• 7. Start the encoding process and wait for it to finish.

If you want the width and height to remain proportional, choose a preset with the same aspect ratio as the source video. Changing from a widescreen capture source to a square or vertical size may add black bars or crop part of the picture.

Check the output

After the encoding finishes, play the converted file and confirm that it opens in the expected player. Check that the picture is not stretched, the sound remains synchronized, and the file properties show the new resolution.

For visual detail, compare a short portion of the source and the converted version at the same display size. A reduced resolution can soften fine text or small objects, especially if the bitrate is also low.

Common problems and next steps

If the resolution is not accepted, check whether the chosen format supports the selected dimensions. Some formats or device presets limit the available width, height, frame rate, or encoding settings.

If the file size becomes larger than expected, compare the bitrate and compression settings with the original. Raising resolution without adjusting other encoding options can increase the size even when the video does not look sharper.

If the picture appears stretched or cropped, repeat the conversion with a target resolution that matches the source aspect ratio. If the destination device has a fixed display size, test a short clip before converting the whole recording.