Convert.Guru

VFW Converter

Convert VFW files online for free


Drop or upload your .VFW file

How to convert your VFW file

  1. Click Select File above, and choose your VFW file.
  2. You'll see a preview.
  3. Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.


Convert VFW to another file type

The converter easily converts your VFW file to various formats—free and online. No VLC or extra software needed.

  • VFW to MP4
  • VFW to AVI
  • VFW to MOV
  • VFW to WMV
  • VFW to FLV
  • VFW to WEBM
  • VFW to MKV
  • VFW to M4V
  • VFW to 3GP
  • VFW to OGV
  • VFW to ASF
  • VFW to RM

Convert a file to VFW

The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the VFW file type—in the best quality.

  • MTS to VFW
  • MOV to VFW
  • RMVB to VFW
  • DIVX to VFW
  • RM to VFW
  • H264 to VFW
  • TS to VFW
  • WMV to VFW
  • VOB to VFW
  • MP4 to VFW
  • XVID to VFW
  • AVI to VFW

About VFW files

VFW, or Video for Windows, is a legacy video format primarily used in older Windows applications. As technology advances, users often find themselves needing to convert VFW files to more modern formats for compatibility with current software and devices. Common target formats for conversion include AVI, MP4, MKV, and WMV.

Converting VFW files can be challenging due to their outdated codec, which may not be supported by modern media players and editing software. Software options for conversion include VLC Media Player, which is a versatile tool that can open VFW files and convert them to other formats. Another option is HandBrake, a powerful open-source video transcoder. For those looking for more advanced features, Adobe Premiere Pro can also import and convert VFW files.

It's important to consider the quality of the output file during conversion. VFW files often contain compressed video, which can result in quality loss during conversion. Users should adjust settings carefully to preserve quality, such as choosing a higher bitrate or resolution when converting to newer formats.

Despite the availability of software solutions, the process can be complex and time-consuming, especially for those unfamiliar with video codec settings. This is why using a user-friendly service like Convert.Guru is recommended. While we acknowledge the limitations of VFW files, Convert.Guru simplifies the conversion process with its drag-and-drop feature, allowing you to easily convert VFW files to a variety of formats without the hassle of adjusting technical settings.

For more information about VFW files, visit the Wikipedia page. To convert your VFW files, simply drag and drop them onto Convert.Guru for a seamless and reliable conversion experience.


The VFW Converter Story

The history of Convert.Guru began more than 25 years ago in California, when Tom Simondi published the most comprehensive database of file formats on his website. Before that, Tom had worked on Space Shuttle development at the Air Force Systems Command’s Space Division in Los Angeles. He is known as one of the top programmers of the late 1980s.

When Microsoft integrated Tom’s Filext database into Windows XP, it became the leading platform for analyzing and processing file types and formats.

Today, we use the latest technologies to analyze, process, and convert one of the world's largest collections of file formats. We are committed to developing the best VFW converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.

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