Step-by-step instructions
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Upload your WMV file
Drop your .wmv file into the upload zone. WMV files use WMV3 (Windows Media Video 9) or VC-1 codec for video and WMA for audio.
Go to converter - 2
Choose AVI as the output format
Select AVI. The converter will re-encode the video to DivX/Xvid or H.264 inside the AVI container and the audio to MP3 or AAC, both of which are universally compatible.
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Set your codec preferences
For editing use, choose the highest quality setting. For archiving, CRF 18 gives lossless-looking results. For smaller files at the cost of some quality, use CRF 23–26.
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Download and import into your editor
After conversion, verify the AVI plays in VLC. Then import it into your editing application. AVI files with H.264/MP3 are accepted by virtually every editor without transcoding.
Why convert WMV to AVI?
WMV is Windows Media Video trapped in a proprietary container. Converting to AVI or MP4 breaks the ecosystem lock and lets you use the footage in any editor or player worldwide.
Your files never leave your device
FormatDrop runs the conversion engine entirely inside your browser using WebAssembly. No file upload. No server. Nothing stored. You can verify this by opening DevTools → Network tab and watching: zero upload requests.
Frequently asked questions
Why convert WMV to AVI instead of MP4?
FFmpeg command to convert WMV to AVI?
How do I fix audio sync problems after WMV to AVI conversion?
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