How to save YouTube videos to MP4 format using download tool?

In today's digital age, many people like to share and watch videos online. As one of the world's largest video platforms, YouTube provides a massive amount of content for users to enjoy. However, in some cases, you may want to download videos from YouTube for offline viewing or to save important information. Fortunately, there are many tools to help you achieve this goal. Below, we will explain in detail how to use these tools to save YouTube videos to MP4 format.

YouTube video downloading using VidDownloader

VidDownloader is a simple and easy-to-use video download tool that supports downloading of multiple video formats, including the common MP4 format. It has a friendly interface and powerful functions, making it very suitable for beginners.

Installation and usage steps

1. Visit the official website

First, open your browser and visit VidDownloader’s official website. The official website address is: https://www.viddownloader.com/.

2. Download and install the software

Find the download button on the official website and select the appropriate version to download according to your operating system (Windows, MacOS or Linux). After the download is complete, follow the prompts to complete the installation process.

3. Start downloading YouTube videos

Open the VidDownloader software and you will see an input box. Paste the link of the YouTube video you want to download here. Then click the "Download" button.

4. Select video quality

The software automatically recognizes the video and displays multiple quality options to choose from, including HD 720p, 1080p, and more. Select the video quality you want and click OK.

5. Save video

Select a save location and click Save. The software will automatically start downloading and notify you when it is complete. At this point, you can find the downloaded video files in the specified folder.

Using the FFmpeg command line tool

FFmpeg is a powerful open source multimedia framework that can be used to record, convert and stream audio and video. Although it is a command line tool, it is very convenient and efficient for users who are familiar with command line operations.

Usage steps

1. Install FFmpeg

Visit FFmpeg’s official website and download the precompiled binaries for your operating system. The official website address is: https://ffmpeg.org/download.html. Follow the provided guide to install FFmpeg.

2. Get direct link to YouTube video

Use a dedicated website or tool (such as: https://ytmp3.cc/) to obtain direct download links for YouTube videos.

3. Open the command line interface

Open your command line interface (such as terminal or CMD) and enter the directory where the video files are saved.

4. Execute the download command

Enter the following command to download the video and convert it to MP4 format:

`

ffmpeg -i "video direct link" -c copy "output file name.mp4"

`

Replace "Video direct link" with the actual video link and "Output file name.mp4" with your desired file name.

5. Wait for the download to complete

Wait for FFmpeg to finish processing the video and save it to the specified location.

Things to note

When downloading and using content uploaded by others, please be sure to abide by copyright regulations and respect the rights of the original author.

Some YouTube videos may have a download-disabled feature, in which case the above method may not allow successful downloading.

When using third-party download tools, make sure to download from official channels to avoid downloading versions containing malware.

Through the above method, you can easily save YouTube videos to MP4 format, whether for learning or entertainment, you can enjoy the fun of online videos more flexibly.