iMovie does not accept .m4v files?

I have read a few posts regarding this problem, but I just wanted to make sure I know all of my options.

Using Handbrake, I converted a DVD into an .m4v format. Now I want to edit that DVD using iMovie, but when I try to import the file into the application, the file is greyed out and I cannot access it. The only action I can take with this file is to view it on iTunes.

I've read in a few posts that I need to invest in some type of format converter, but I really don't want to spend $50 on a converter, such as "iSkysoft iMedia Converter" (when I use the free trial it gives me a watermark... no, thanks.) I also read somewhere that if I pay $25 for Quicktime Pro, I can use the "export" option and convert the .m4v into a .dv using the "Movie to DV stream settings." From there it should supposedly be iMovie-compatible. However, I do not want to pay for something that won't work, and I'm already frustrated enough with this process.

If anyone could help me with this, it would be greatly appreciated.

Posted on Mar 7, 2009 10:42 AM

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