joefromcoralville

Q: quick time

how do you view a video clip created using an older version of quick time ?

Posted on Aug 14, 2016 2:18 PM

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  • by Johann.B,

    Johann.B Johann.B Aug 15, 2016 1:26 PM in response to joefromcoralville
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    Aug 15, 2016 1:26 PM in response to joefromcoralville

    Hello joefromcoralville, 

     

    Welcome to Apple Support Communities. 

     

    I see that you would like to view a video clip created using an older version of QuickTime. I understand the importance of being able to view clips that were created using an older version. I'm happy to assist you with this. 

     

    Use QuickTime Player converts certain files before playing them to learn how QuickTime converts older files for playback, specifically, these sections:

     

    You might see a progress bar showing that your file is converting.

    In OS X Mavericks and later, QuickTime Player (version 10) converts files that use certain older or third-party media formats. A window with a progress bar shows that the file is converting. To stop converting, just close the window.

    Converting window

    Conversion doesn't modify or replace the original file, and you can save the converted file before closing it. To preserve the quality of the original file, the converted file might be larger than the original file.

    Learn more

    • QuickTime Player uses Apple ProRes to convert legacy formats used in video workflows, such as those encoded with the Animation codec. It uses H.264 to convert other older or third-party media formats.
    • Learn what to do if QuickTime Player can't open a file.

     

    Have a great day!