Re-encode high bit rate videos

Problem

Videos with a high bit rate can have intermittent and even persistent buffering for viewers during playback.

Solution

High bit rate videos can be re-encoded to a lower bit rate. Try one of the following options to re-encode your video to a lower bit rate. Screencast maximum allowed is 4.0 Mbps.

Use Handbrake to Re-encode the video

  1. Download and install Handbrake.
  2. Open Handbrake and click Source > File to select the video to re-encode.


     
  3. In the Destination section (a) click Browse and (b) select a destination for the new file, give it a name, and click Save.


     
  4. In the Video tab set the Constant Quality slider between 18-24.


     
  5. Click Start to begin the encoding process.


     
  6. When Handbrake finishes encoding the video, upload it to Screencast.
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