Is there a way to convert DVD videos to .MP4 or .MOV?

[John Varela]

I have over 30 DVDs of home movies that I would like to convert to files that can be played on Mac and iPad.

At this time I have all of them on physical disks and I have a disk player attached to the Mac.

The videos are all also on the Mac in a variety of file formats: .img, cdr, .iso, and .dmg.

Can anyone point me to an app that will convert either the disk files or the disk images to .mp4, .mov, or equivalent?

John

 

[JaapvanderVeen]

Try HandBrake:

HandBrake: Open Source Video Transcoder

HandBrake is an open-source, GPL-licensed, multiplatform, multithreaded video transcoder.

handbrake.fr

 

[patricaclaaa79]

Yes, now there are quite a lot of programs that can convert from one format to another. I personally used Elmedia. I liked.

 

[John Varela]

Thanks for the replies.

 

[djyesu]

Programs like HandBrake are popular for this, offering a straightforward interface to convert your disks into various file formats including MP4 and MOV, which are great for playing on Mac and iPad.

Once you've converted your videos, if you need to do any editing—like trimming, adding subtitles, or adjusting the quality—you can check out some free software options. Here’s a helpful link to explore: https://www.movavi.com/learning-portal/free-video-editing-software-for-mac.html. This guide covers a range of tools that are user-friendly and compatible with Macs, ideal for polishing your home movies without watermarks or additional costs.

 

[TimaoFlezer]

As an editor, I’ve seen tools that promise a lot but deliver little—this isn’t one of them. The merge videos tool by Online Video Cutter is like a reliable old friend who’s always there when you need them. Got different formats? It handles MP4, MOV, AVI like a champ. Don’t have time for software installations? No worries—this works entirely online. And if you’re like me and need something intuitive, its drag-and-drop interface is a blessing. I was skeptical at first, but after testing it on both my desktop and phone, I’m sold. Plus, it’s free! For quick, no-fuss merging, visit https://online-video-cutter.com/merge-videos and give it a try. Who knew something this straightforward could fit seamlessly into even the busiest editor’s workflow?

I guess that is the best option for that. And it is free.