In this example I have named the file 'Test Movie' and set the save location to the desktop. Save the exported file to an appropriate place This has brought the file size down to 198 MB which is below the 500 MB limit. In this example I have set the Resolution to 960 x 540 via the drop-down arrows and the Quality to High (1). Tweak the Resolution and Quality until the file size is less than 500 MB In order to reduce this to under 500 MB you need to adjust the Resolution and Quality (2). The screenshot below shows the original file size of the video which is 3.38 GB (1) - far too big to upload as your assignment. In iMovie 10 Apple removed the capability to alter the video compression settings using Quicktime but you can still reduce the file size to ensure it is under 500 MB. Step 3. Look at the options for changing the Resolution and Quality of your movie Share your movie using the 'File' optionĬlick on the 'Share' icon (1) and you will see a window with a number of export pre-set options. For help with editing your video in iMovie see To check which version you have installed go to iMovie - About iMovie.Įdit your movie in iMovie as usual - when you are happy with the finished movie and ready to export move on to step 2. All in all, there are better options for this purpose.Please note: These instructions are for the latest version of iMovie on a Mac (version 10).
It does not support all output formats, and you cannot access all features in the free version, which many competitors allow. While this utility is streamlined, well-executed, and represents an easy way to compress videos, it does come with some limitations. For an even more comprehensive selection of formats, you can try Handbrake. You'll be able to shrink and convert into MP4, AVI, 3GP, MOV, and many more. The number of supported file formats is excellent, although not all are included. For a 100% free alternative, you could try Movavi or YouCompress, an online compressor. You will only be able to access all these features if you purchase the full version of the programme. Moreover, if you're handling large batches, Video Compressor can queue and compress quickly. The built-in editing tools are basic, but they let you crop and attach watermarks- This component adds to the programme's flexibility.Īll these modifications come in a streamlined user interface that is easy to navigate, including even for those who lack experience. In the same manner, you can modify certain aspects, including contrast, saturation, and hue of the images. You can change the default qualities if necessary by visiting the Advanced Settings. The main selling point of this programme is the fact that it preserves the audio quality and image resolution of the file you're compressing by using H.264 and H.265 codecs.