Remux MKV video to MP4

Remux MKV video to MP4 without re-encoding audio or video streams

Recipe Parameters
output.sh
ffmpeg -i path/to/input_video.mkv [-c|-codec] copy path/to/output_video.mp4
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# Why use this command?

This command is crucial for audio processing. Remux MKV video to MP4 without re-encoding audio or video streams. By using FFmpeg's advanced encoding libraries, you ensure the best possible quality/size ratio.

# Parameter Explanation

The command constructs a filter graph that processes the input stream. Key flags like -c:v (codec) and -crf (quality) determine the final output properties.

path/to/input_videoInput Video (No Ext) configuration
[-c|-codec]Codec Option configuration
path/to/output_videoOutput Video (No Ext) configuration

Common Errors & Solutions

"Codec tag incompatibility"

Some MKV codecs (like PCM audio) aren't supported in MP4 containers. You may need to transcode audio: '-c:v copy -c:a aac'.

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