Frame is a native media converter for macOS, Windows, and Linux. Add your source files, choose an output format, adjust the settings you need, and run the queue. Media processing happens on your computer with FFmpeg.
Start here
If this is your first time using Frame, install the app and follow your first conversion. The Balanced MP4 preset is a useful starting point for everyday video.
Find your way around
The queue holds your source files. Select a row to inspect that file and change its conversion settings. The preview shows the selected source, while the inspector has three tabs:
- Metadata shows information read from the source.
- Output controls the container, encoding, filters, tracks, and output metadata.
- Presets applies a saved configuration or saves your current settings.
App Settings contains the default output folder, maximum concurrency, appearance, and update controls. Output settings belong to the selected file; they do not automatically change every item in the queue.
Formats and compatibility
Frame supports common video, audio, and image formats. The output container determines which codecs and tracks are available. Hardware encoders also depend on your operating system and the encoders available in your FFmpeg build.
A file extension does not describe everything inside a media file. For example, two MP4 files can use different video codecs, audio codecs, and pixel formats. Check the Metadata tab when a source behaves differently than expected.
Get help
Use the documentation search to find a setting by name. If a conversion fails, start with troubleshooting, then report a reproducible problem on GitHub.