how do i compress a movie from iTunes to put on an iPad?

Hello Redders65,

Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.

I see that you want to reduce the size of a video from iTunes to play on your iPad. The following article provides information on converting a video for iPads.

Convert a video for iPad or Apple TV

1. Open iTunes.
2. Select the video that you want to convert.
3. Mac: From the menu bar at the top of your computer screen, choose File > Create New Version > Create iPad or Apple TV Version.
   Windows: Hold down the Control and B keys on your keyboard to open the iTunes menu bar, then choose File > Create New Version > Create iPad or Apple TV Version. Learn more about menus in iTunes for Windows.

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Regards

Hi Redders65,

At this point you might be better served by using another one of Apple's support resources with other tools to see what might be going on - https://getsupport.apple.com/GetproductgroupList.action.

Cheers