FFmpeg command generator for practical video and audio tasks

Generate FFmpeg commands without memorizing every flag.

Build copyable FFmpeg commands for compression, merging, audio extraction, conversion, cropping, GIF creation, and more. Your files stay local; FFmpeg.Run only generates commands.

No uploadsCopyable commandsTask-based presets

Basic Settings

Generated FFmpeg Command

Task tools

Start from a specific job and generate a focused command.

Browse by workflow

Convert

Change formats and containers while controlling quality.

Compress

Reduce file size with practical codec, CRF, and preset choices.

Edit

Cut, merge, crop, resize, and adjust video files from the command line.

Watermark

Add logos and watermarks to video with overlay commands.

Subtitles

Burn subtitles into video or attach selectable subtitle tracks.

Audio

Extract, convert, or remove audio tracks from media files.

Debug

Understand FFmpeg errors and find practical fixes.

Debug FFmpeg errors

Paste an FFmpeg error and find a fix

The FFmpeg Error Explainer matches common errors like unknown encoders, moov atom issues, codec copy filter conflicts, and missing files.

Command recipes

Copy common FFmpeg commands and open a tool when you need to customize them.

How to Add Text Watermark to Video with FFmpeg

Add a text watermark to video with FFmpeg drawtext. Includes corner positioning, opacity, borders, fonts, and common troubleshooting tips.

How to Add Subtitles to MP4 Using FFmpeg

Add subtitles to MP4 with FFmpeg by burning SRT or ASS subtitles into video. Includes styling, font notes, common errors, and copyable commands.

How to Compress 4K Video Size Without Losing Too Much Quality

Compress 4K video with FFmpeg using H.264, H.265, CRF, presets, and optional downscaling. Includes practical commands for smaller uploads and web delivery.

How to Convert Video to MP4 Without Losing Quality

Convert video to MP4 with FFmpeg using stream copy when possible, or high quality H.264/AAC settings when re-encoding is required.

How to Add an Image Watermark (Logo) to a Video with FFmpeg

Add a logo or image watermark to video with FFmpeg overlay. Includes bottom-right positioning, scaling, opacity notes, quality settings, and common fixes.

How to Compress or Reduce Video File Size with FFmpeg

Reduce video file size with FFmpeg using CRF, presets, H.264, H.265, and audio settings. Includes copyable commands, quality guidance, and common mistakes.