VCT (Video Converter & Transcoder)

VCT is a frontend for FFmpeg that allows users to set options, drag multiple files, transcode between formats (e.g., MKV to MP4), manually edit FFmpeg commands, record network streams, and manage batch processing. It's particularly useful for developers needing a versatile tool f

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