How to convert M2V to WMV
- Add your .M2V file - drop it in the box above or click to browse.
- Convert it to .WMV in a few seconds.
- Download your new .WMV file.
What to expect
- M2V is video-only, so the WMV has no audio unless one is supplied.
- MPEG-2 video is re-encoded to the Windows Media codec, a lossy conversion.
- WMV uses Microsoft's ASF container and is best suited to Windows playback; other platforms may need VLC.
Frequently asked questions
Does converting M2V to WMV lose quality?
WMV uses Microsoft's Windows Media codec, so the MPEG-2 video is re-encoded, which is lossy. Quality can be kept high with a sufficient bitrate, and the source resolution is retained.
Why convert M2V to WMV?
WMV plays in the built-in Windows Media Player with no setup, unlike a raw M2V stream. It is a convenient target when the clip is meant for Windows playback.
Where does a WMV play?
WMV plays natively on Windows; on Mac, Linux, Android, or iOS the free VLC player handles it, since modern QuickTime cannot open WMV.
Will the WMV have sound?
No. The source M2V contains only video, so the WMV is silent unless an audio track is added during conversion.
Programs that convert M2V: Adobe Premiere Pro · Freemake Video Converter · DVR Converter · Nero Video (Nero Vision Express) · Pavtube HD Video Converter for Mac · Adobe Premiere Pro for Mac
