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Convert M4V to AVI

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Verified by Adam B.· reviewed by FE Editorial ·updated Jul 29, 2026
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Is it possible to convert M4V to AVI?
Yes - M4V converts to AVI.

You can do it right here with our free converter - no sign-up, and your file is deleted right after.

Upload your M4V above for the fastest result - it is free and your file is deleted from the server after conversion. The key caveat is that AVI requires re-encoding video to Xvid and audio to MP3, so there is some quality loss compared to the source.

Also to AVI: MPEG4 · WLMP · MXF

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Why convert M4V to AVI?

AVI is an older container widely supported by legacy Windows software and hardware players that predate MP4. Some editing tools and standalone devices still accept only AVI input. If your target device also supports MP4, that format preserves more quality and handles modern codecs better - but .AVI remains the practical target when compatibility with older players is the priority.

How to convert M4V to AVI

Command line - FFmpeg CLI

Re-encodes video to Xvid and audio to MP3 for reliable AVI playback: ffmpeg -i input.m4v -c:v libxvid -c:a libmp3lame output.avi

VLC FREE

Go to Media > Convert/Save, add your M4V, create a custom profile with AVI encapsulation, MPEG-4 video, and MP3 audio, then export.

Freemake Video Converter FREE

Add your M4V, select AVI as the output format, and click Convert - no command line needed.

Movavi Video Converter APP

Drag your M4V into the timeline, select AVI as the target format, and click Start.

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About these formats

.M4V iTunes Video File

An M4V file is an iTunes/Apple TV video - movies, TV shows, and music videos sold or rented through Apple's store. Non-DRM M4V files open in VLC, Windows Media Player, or QuickTime.…

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.AVI Audio Video Interleave

An AVI file is a video container created by Microsoft in 1992. To open one, use VLC media player - it includes the DivX/Xvid codecs old AVIs need and works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android…

Open .AVI details →

Quality & what to watch

  • AVI does not support AAC audio natively - converting transcodes audio to MP3, which is a lossy step.
  • Re-encoding H.264 video to Xvid reduces quality; keep your original M4V if you may need it again.
  • DRM-protected iTunes M4V files use Apple FairPlay encryption and cannot be converted by any standard tool.

Frequently asked questions

Can I convert a DRM-protected iTunes M4V to AVI?
No - FairPlay-encrypted M4V files cannot be decoded by FFmpeg, VLC, or any standard converter. Removing the DRM is legally restricted in most countries.
Does AVI support H.264 video from M4V?
Technically yes, but compatibility with older players is poor. Transcoding to Xvid (MPEG-4 ASP) is the safer choice for genuine AVI compatibility.
Will I lose quality converting M4V to AVI?
Yes - video must be re-encoded from H.264 to Xvid and audio from AAC to MP3, both lossy steps. Use a high bitrate and keep the original M4V.
Can I just rename .m4v to .avi?
No - the formats use different container structures and codecs. Renaming the file will break playback; a full re-encode is required.