How to convert M2T to MOV

Videos are perhaps one of the greatest forms of entertainment, and because of the complexity of different systems, they normally come in different file formats. M2T, otherwise known as MPEG-2 Transport system (although not the standard MPEG-2 video format) is a video file format that was created mainly for DVDs (digital video Broadcasts). It was developed for satellite broadcasts as well as terrestrial broadcasts applications where bad signals are common. M2T videos are also very common and popular for storing high definition videos captured or recorded on an HDV camcorder. MOV is another video file type that is also very common and popular, developed by Apple. It is compatible with both Macintosh and Windows platforms, is often used for saving movies and other video files and used MPEG-4 codecs for video compression. Although M2T videos are very common, they are not readily compatible with Mac OS systems and also Windows systems. For example, if you wish to edit these videos on both systems, you will have to convert them to a different file format. In this guide, we will show you how to convert M2T videos to MOV by using a set of software and online tools.

Part 1: Convert M2T to MOV with Leawo Video Converter

Many people who have used Leawo Video Converter describe it as the greatest video converter tool, and the easiest one they have ever used. Some claim that they have used several other ones, but Leawo Video Converter is by far the best of them all. This is true because we designed this program with users in mind. We want to give users the most advanced video converting and editing tools that are very easy to use. Even though Windows is the most popular computer operating system, we also designed this professional software with Mac OS users in mind. Download and install the software on your computer to begin.

Step 1: Let's start by adding the source of the video, in this case M2T video file(s). When you first open this software, you are greeted with the main interface. Click “Video Converter” which is applicable to both operating systems. To make things easy, you can drag the video file(s) into the main program, or click “Add Video”. When you import the videos, you can also have a preview of them.

Step 2: Language and subtitle options. Adding subtitles is a way this software allows you to customize your videos. Click the “Subtitle” drop down menu, then click “Add Subtitles” which will open a window to allow you to import the file (usually with .srt extensions). Clicking “Audio” will allow you to select audio tracks from the available list.

Step 3: Set the output format. From where you can see your imported videos, click “MP4 Video” (Please note that this button changes depending on the profile selected). Select the “Change” option, and under the “Common Video” tab, select MOV video.  By clicking “Edit” from the pop-up menu, you are taken to the manual settings. From here, you can set your video options, like the output quality, the codecs, the resolution etc. You can also set your preferred output quality for the audio among several other options. When you are done, click “OK”

Step 4: Personalize your video with the editor. After finishing with the profile settings, you are taken back to the previous menu. Click the edit video icon to enter the menu. Here there are many ways to personalize your video, like adding a watermark. You have the ability to set the font, color, transparency, and position of the watermark. Several other options are available, from crop, trim, convert 2D to 3D, and removing noise from the same menu. Click “OK” once you are done.

Step 5: Finally convert the video(s). Click the green “Convert” button. A menu will show on the right. Set the output directory first, then click “Convert” to begin encoding and wait for the process to finish.

Part 2: Convert M2T to MOV with Totally Free Converter

This software tool is totally free as the name suggests, but the down side is there is only support for the Windows operating system. You will spend a little time installing this program, and the main application launches in a pretty compact window that poses no accommodation problems. However, you have no buttons to import your video files, and you will have to stick to dragging. Although it supports about 45 video and audio formats, there is also no support for M2T video unfortunately. There are no quality settings whatsoever, and only one task is done at a time. To start, download and install this software.

Step 1: Launch the program. The main interface has two buttons. Click “Video” to start, then drag your video file, since it can only do one job at a time.
Step 2: Choose the output format. A dialog pops up requiring you to select the location to save, the name, as well as the format from a drop-down menu, in this case MOV video.
Step 3: Totally Free Converter will do the rest. Wait for it to finish encoding your video, and when it has finished locate it to the saved location.

Part 3: Convert M2T to MOV with iWisoft Free Video Converter

Just like Totally Free Converter, iWisoft Free Video Converter is also totally free software. This software is not only a video converter, but also a professional video editor. With it you can easily crop, trim, merge videos, add text and picture watermark, change brightness, contrast, and so on. It supports many video and audio file formats, although not as many as those supported by Leawo Video Converter. Mac OS users are unfortunately out of luck with this one, as this software supports Windows systems only. Download and install it on your Windows computer to start.

Step 1: Click "Add" button on the toolbar or "File> Add Files..." to load file(s) that you want to convert, in this case M2T video file(s).
Step 2: Choose the file output profile. You should click the "Profile" drop-down button to choose the format, in this case MOV video, then click the search button to choose destination folder for saving output files.
Step 3: After choosing the format, you only need to click the "Start" button on the main window to start converting your video(s).

Part 4: Convert M2T to MOV with Aconvert

Aconvert is an internet converter that converts many file types including videos. You will get the ability to change video sizes, bitrates and frame rates, but you will only be limited to 16 video file types. M2T videos are normally large in size, and unfortunately you should note that a single video file should not exceed 40MB, and you are limited to 10 files a day. Heard over to the Aconvert website to start converting your M2T videos to MOV videos.

Step 1: Under “Online Converter:”, click the “+Add Files” button which will open a new window from where you can browse for your M2T video file(s). Alternatively drag the file into the area labeled “Drag files here”.
Step 2: Click the “Target” button which will show you a drop down menu. You will locate MOV under “Video Format” on the drop down menu.
Step 3: Click “Convert Now” to start uploading the video(s). When it has successfully uploaded, it will automatically convert, and when it finishes, scroll down the page and under “ACTION” click the download icon.

Part 5: Convert M2T to MOV with CloudConvert

CloudConvert is also internet conversion too, just like Aconvert mentioned above. It supports an impressive array of common video file types including M2T video and MOV video formats. The free plan will give users 25 conversion minutes per day. You can purchase more minutes from this service if you need them. To start, visit their website and follow the steps below.

Step 1: Click the “Select Files” button. This will open a window from where you can conveniently locate the M2T video file(s).
Step 2: Once you have uploaded your video, click the spanner icon to set your conversion options. This includes video codec and transpose, audio codec and bitrate, subtitles and more options. When you have finished, click “Okay”.
Step 3: Once you have finished step 2, click “Start Conversion” which will begin uploading your video file(s). When it has finished it will convert automatically and you can click the green “Download” button to save the MOV file(s) to your hard drive.

Conclusion

To sum up, Leawo Video Converter is your best bet for converting M2T videos to MOV videos. You do not have to worry about file size limits nor the file type and when using this program as it supports up to 180+ formats, and you can also do multiple conversions. Because MT2 videos are normally of high quality, Leawo Video Converter will guarantee you loss-less quality when converting them. It also comes packed with advanced video editing tools that are very easy to use. Leawo values its users, customer support is always there to assist users. Software solutions and tutorials to help users with our software programs are also available on the website.