In digitalized age, we are dealing with lots of video formats. Some formats ( avi, mp4) very user-friendly play on any type of devices (DVD players and Smartphones) easily. Some formats not, you can convert the complicated formats to device friendly in Windows. MKV is one of the formats which come under the limelight. Nowadays many devices are supporting mkv format due to its uncompromising video quality with small file size. If you are looking for a way to convert mp4 to mkv videos on Windows this guide will help you.
Video Container Switcher
Video Container Switcher is a free simple program. The program can convert avi, flv, mpg, mov, mkv and mp4 videos. Input formats are avi, mpg, mkv, flv, mov and mp4, output format which can be mp4 or mkv. The converted videos are automatically placed in the same folder as the source video files.
Handbrake
Handbrake is an open-source video encoder that works with Windows, Mac, and Linux computers. The program intended to both rip and convert video files to work on a number of supported devices. It is available for Windows, Mac, and Linux. Configuring Handbrake is simple, advanced options are available.
The user interface of Handbrake very much impressive and user-friendly. The conversion of audio and video to other format is very easy. Simply click on the + sign on the top to add files and then select your format type (video or audio) on the next screen.
The program has some default “Presets” for quick conversion. Advanced users can modify the conversion settings by adjusting channel, audio frequency, and bitrate. Once you’ve done with settings now proceed to Convert icon at the bottom to start the conversion process.
Above two are free programs with a ton of features. If you are looking for a paid alternative we have various options available.