FFmpeg Command Builder

Build common FFmpeg commands for compression, GIFs, trimming, thumbnails and audio extraction.

About this tool

A practical FFmpeg command builder for common video tasks. Enter input, output, task, codec, resolution, CRF and audio bitrate to generate a ready-to-edit command.

Frequently asked questions

What commands can this build?

It builds starter commands for compression, GIF export, audio extraction, stream-copy trimming and thumbnail extraction.

What CRF should I use for H.264?

CRF 18-23 is a common high-quality range; 24-28 is smaller but more compressed. Lower numbers mean larger files.

Does this run FFmpeg?

No. It only generates a command string for you to inspect and run locally.

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