Ubuntu – How to convert a video from mp4/flv to mpeg/mpg

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I download videos in mp4 or flv format but I need to convert them to mpeg 1/2/3 so that I can watch them on my special gadget.

I think I need a program.

any suggestion
thanks

Best Answer

Use ffmpeg utility, it's awesome.

1. Install:
sudo apt-get install ffmpeg

2. Convert:
ffmpeg -i input.mp4 output.mpeg

PS: For available formats supported by ffmpeg:
ffmpeg -formats

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