Converting video to HTML5 ogg / ogv and mpg4

Converting videos to HTML5-compatible formats (OGG/OGV and MP4) ensures cross-browser compatibility for web video playback. HTML5 video elements require specific codecs and containers that not all browsers support uniformly.

Why Convert to HTML5 Video Formats?

Different browsers support different video formats. To ensure maximum compatibility, you need multiple formats:

• MP4 (H.264) - Supported by most modern browsers
• OGG/OGV (Theora) - Open source format, supported by Firefox and older browsers
• WebM - Google's format, widely supported

Using Free HTML5 Video Player And Converter

This third-party software simplifies the conversion process with preset configurations optimized for web playback.

Step 1: Add Input Files

Launch the converter and select your input video files. The software supports these formats:

// Supported input formats
*.avi; *.ivf; *.div; *.divx; *.mpg; *.mpeg; *.mpe; *.mp4; *.m4v; *.webm; 
*.wmv; *.asf; *.mov; *.qt; *.mts; *.m2t; *.m2ts; *.mod; *.tod; *.vro; 
*.dat; *.3gp2; *.3gpp; *.3gp; *.3g2; *.dvr-ms; *.flv; *.f4v; *.amv; 
*.rm; *.rmm; *.rv; *.rmvb; *.ogv; *.mkv; *.ts

Step 2: Configure Output Settings

1. Click "Browse..." to select the output location where converted videos will be saved
2. Choose appropriate presets from the pre-configured options
3. Select a player theme for the HTML5 video player
4. Click "OK" to confirm settings

Step 3: Convert Videos

Click the "Convert" button to start the conversion process. The software will generate HTML5-compatible video files in your specified output location.

HTML5 Video Implementation

After conversion, implement the videos in HTML using the video element with multiple source formats:

<video controls width="640" height="480">
    <source src="/videos/sample.mp4" type="video/mp4">
    <source src="/videos/sample.ogv" type="video/ogg">
    <source src="/videos/sample.webm" type="video/webm">
    Your browser does not support HTML5 video.
</video>

Browser Compatibility

Alternative Tools

Other popular video conversion tools include FFmpeg (command-line), HandBrake (open source), and online converters like CloudConvert.

Conclusion

Converting videos to HTML5 formats ensures cross-browser compatibility for web deployment. Using multiple source formats in the HTML5 video element provides the best user experience across different browsers and devices.