Set the output
For a 4K source viewed on a phone or in a message, try 1080p or 720p before choosing the smallest quality preset.
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REDUCE VIDEO SIZE
Video too large to send? Reduce its file size.
Match the compression control to the problem: use a target for a hard limit, quality for appearance, or resolution for unnecessary dimensions.
Keep the original videoProcess a selected local file and create a separate verified result.
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Quick answer
Check the receiver's limit, then lower only what is needed. A shorter duration, lower resolution or muted audio can preserve more visual quality than forcing bitrate alone.
How to do it
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Choose the local video
Select the video from your computer. The extension reads only the file you choose.
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Set the output
Choose the size, quality and resolution that matches the destination.
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Compare and save
Preview the result, compare its measured size and save the new copy only after it passes verification.
Video too large to send? Reduce its file size.
File size is mostly total bitrate multiplied by duration. High motion, detailed frames and audio all consume the available budget.
Processing runs locally in Chrome. Video bytes, frames, thumbnails, filenames and paths are not uploaded for conversion.
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Compare and save
Preview the result, compare its measured size and save the new copy only after it passes verification.
Limitations
- No compressor can make every long video fit every small limit at acceptable quality.
- Input decoding and output encoding depend on the source codec, Chrome version and device capabilities.
- The result can be larger or smaller depending on duration, motion, audio, resolution and codec efficiency.
Frequently asked questions
Why is a short video still large?
Short clips can still have a high bitrate, high resolution, detailed motion or a large audio track.
Is the video uploaded?
No. The selected video is processed locally in Chrome.
Is the original changed?
No. The extension creates a separate output and leaves the original untouched.
Related guides
Create a smaller copy you can send.
Review the estimate, compare the measured result and leave the original untouched.