This article is aimed at office users who need to process large volumes of video materials at once, introducing how to use HeSoft Doc Batch Tool to batch convert various video files such as MOV and MP4 to AVI format. The article combines before-and-after processing illustrations and software operation screenshots to explain the complete workflow from entering the video tool, selecting "Convert Video to AVI", adding files or importing folders, confirming the pending list, to setting the save location and starting the process, helping users reduce repetitive operations and improve efficiency in video file organization, archiving, and compatibility processing.
In daily office work, document archiving, training courseware organization, project delivery, or material handover, a very practical problem often arises: many video files are piled up in the same folder, some are MOV, some are MP4, and they might come from different devices, different shooting software, or different export tools. Manually converting a single video is acceptable, but if dozens or hundreds of files need to be uniformly converted to AVI format, opening the converter, selecting files, and exporting them one by one is not only time-consuming but also prone to missing files or saving them to the wrong location.
This article aims to solve the problem of "batch converting many video files to AVI format." The tool used here is HeSoft Doc Batch Tool , shown in the screenshot. It is a batch file processing software designed for office scenarios. Its core value lies in centralizing repetitive file processing actions for one-time completion, suitable for handling various file types like documents, images, and videos. The following will demonstrate, with screenshots, how to uniformly convert MOV and MP4 videos in a folder to AVI files.
Applicable Scenarios: When is Batch Video to AVI Conversion Needed
Batch video to AVI conversion is not just for audio-visual enthusiasts; it is very common in many office scenarios. For example, a department needs to uniformly organize MOV videos shot on mobile phones into AVI for convenient playback in specified environments; a training team needs to unify MP4 materials from different sources into AVI for future archiving; administrative or archival personnel need to save project video materials in a uniform format to lower subsequent retrieval and handover costs; technical support staff may also need to uniformly convert various video formats provided by clients before testing.
If dealing with only one or two videos, manual conversion is not a big issue. But when the number of files is large and formats are mixed, the advantage of a batch processing tool becomes very clear: users only need to import the videos to be processed into the list at once, then set the output location according to the workflow and start processing, leaving the repetitive operations to the software.
Effect Preview: Before Processing, a Mix of MOV and MP4 Video Files
From the pre-processing screenshot, it can be seen that the folder contains multiple video files in both .mov and .mp4 formats. For example, d.mov, Video test 2.mov, Video test 15.mp4, Video test 25.mp4, xy.mp4, etc. The file names are not entirely identical, and their sources may be inconsistent, but they all need to be uniformly converted to AVI format.
This situation represents a typical scenario for batch video format conversion: many files, inconsistent formats, and high manual processing costs. If converting one by one, you would need to repeatedly select the source file, set the output format, and confirm the save directory. The operation process is very mechanical and error-prone.
Effect Preview: After Processing, AVI Files are Generated Uniformly
After processing is complete, the screenshot shows that the original MOV and MP4 videos have been batch converted to .avi files, such as d.avi, Video test 11.avi, Video test 15.avi, Video test 25.avi, xy.avi, etc. The main part of the file name remains consistent, and the extension is uniformly changed to AVI, facilitating subsequent classification, archiving, and delivery.
The benefit of this conversion result is that the file format is more uniform, making it easier to manage whether subsequently packaging it into project materials, copying it to a playback device, or submitting it to other colleagues. For office software users, the value of batch conversion is not only "being able to convert" but more importantly, reducing repetitive labor and enabling a large number of files to be processed quickly under the same rules.
Operation Step 1: Enter Video Tools and Select "Convert Video to AVI"
After opening HeSoft Doc Batch Tool , you can see multiple tool categories in the left-side function navigation, including File Name, Folder Name, File Organizing, Word Tools, Excel Tools, PowerPoint Tools, PDF Tools, Text Tools, Image Tools, Video Tools, etc. As this task involves video format conversion, you need to click Video Tools on the left first.
After entering the Video Tools page, the main area will display several video conversion function cards, including "Convert Video to MP4," "Convert Video to AVI," "Convert Video to MKV," "Convert Video to MOV," etc. According to the goal of this article, you need to select the second function card: Convert Video to AVI. In the screenshot, this function card has been highlighted, indicating that this is the entry point for this batch processing.
The purpose of this step is to tell the software the type of processing to be performed this time: batch converting the imported video files to AVI format. After selecting the correct function, all subsequently imported videos will be processed according to this target format.
Operation Step 2: Add Video Files or Import Files from a Folder
After entering the "Convert Video to AVI" function page, the current function name is displayed at the top of the interface, and the page workflow is divided into several stages: Select records to process, Set save location, and Start processing. In the screenshot, you can see two buttons related to importing files on the upper right side of the page: Add Files and Import Files from Folder.
If you only want to convert a few specific videos, you can click "Add Files" to select the MOV, MP4, or other video files to be processed from your computer. If the videos to be converted are all concentrated in the same folder, it is more recommended to use "Import Files from Folder," which lets you import all videos from that folder into the task list at once, reducing the operations of selecting files multiple times.
The expected result of this step is to have all videos intended for conversion to AVI appear in the list below. The list displays information such as serial number, name, path, extension, creation time, modification time, and actions. Through these fields, users can confirm which files have been added to the task, whether the file paths are correct, and whether the extensions meet expectations.
Operation Step 3: Check the Pending List to Avoid Missing or Wrong Selections
After importing files, it is not recommended to start processing immediately; it is better to check the list first. As seen in the screenshot, multiple files have appeared in the list, such as d.mov, Video test 11.mov, Video test 12.mov, Video test 15.mp4, Video test 16.mp4, Video test 17.mp4, etc. The extension column clearly shows mov and mp4, indicating that the software can process videos with different extensions in the same batch conversion task.
When checking the list, focus on three types of information. The first is "Name," confirming whether all video files to be converted are in the list; the second is "Path," confirming that the files come from the correct folder to avoid importing materials from the wrong directory; the third is "Extension," confirming that the current task contains video files. If there are records in the list that do not need processing, you can remove them via the delete icon in the action column. The interface also displays "Filter" and "Sort" buttons, which can assist in viewing and organizing the list when there are many files.
The operational purpose of this step is to perform verification before formal conversion. Batch processing is highly efficient, but this also means that if the list is incorrectly selected, the error will be amplified in batches. Therefore, spending a few dozen seconds checking the list before starting can often prevent subsequent rework.
Operation Step 4: Click Next to Set the Save Location
After confirming the pending file list is correct, you can click the Next button at the bottom of the page. From the interface workflow, it can be seen that the next stage is "Set Save Location." This step is typically used to specify where the converted AVI files should be saved. It is recommended to choose a clear, independent output folder, such as creating a directory like "AVI Output" or "Converted Videos" next to the original folder, to easily distinguish between the original videos and the converted files.
The advantage of setting a save location is to avoid file disorganization. Especially when a source directory contains both MOV and MP4 files, randomly saving the output files will make later searches more troublesome. Saving the converted AVI files in a centralized location makes the processing results more intuitive and facilitates subsequent copying, uploading, archiving, or delivery.
Operation Step 5: Proceed to Start Processing and Wait for Batch Conversion to Complete
After setting the save location, proceed to the "Start Processing" stage according to the page workflow. At this point, the software will convert each video in the previously imported file list to AVI format. During batch processing, it is recommended not to frequently move source files or delete the folder being processed, so as not to affect the task's reading.
After processing is complete, you can open the output directory to check the results. If the operations are correct, you will see results similar to the post-processing screenshot: the original d.mov will correspondingly generate d.avi, Video test 15.mp4 will correspondingly generate Video test 15.avi, and xy.mp4 will correspondingly generate xy.avi. The main part of the file name is retained, and the extension is unified to .avi, indicating that the batch conversion task has achieved the expected outcome.
Frequently Asked Questions and Precautions
1. Can MOV and MP4 be converted to AVI together? As seen from the pending list in the screenshot, the task contains files with both mov and mp4 extensions, and after processing, they all become avi files. Therefore, in this batch conversion scenario, video files from different sources can be added to the list together for processing.
2. When there are many files, should I choose "Add Files" or "Import Files from Folder"? If the number of files is small, using "Add Files" is more direct; if a large number of videos are concentrated in the same directory, using "Import Files from Folder" saves more time and better aligns with the usage style of batch processing.
3. Why check the list before conversion? The nature of batch processing is to process multiple records at once. If unnecessary files are mistakenly imported, the software will process them according to the task rules. Therefore, it is recommended to check the name, path, and extension before clicking Next, and use the action column to delete unnecessary records if needed.
4. How to set the output directory more reasonably? It is recommended not to scatter the converted files randomly across multiple locations. Create a separate output folder to keep the original MOV, MP4 files separate from the converted AVI files, which is more conducive to office document management.
5. Will the file name change after conversion? As seen from the post-processing screenshot, the main body of the converted file name generally remains unchanged; only the extension changes to .avi. This helps maintain the original material naming conventions and lowers retrieval costs.
Summary: Complete Video Format Unification with a Batch Processing Mindset
Batch converting videos like MOV and MP4 to AVI hinges not on whether a single file can be converted, but on the ability to process a large number of files stably and efficiently. Through HeSoft Doc Batch Tool , users can select "Convert Video to AVI" in the Video Tools, then batch add files or import files from a folder, check the list, set the save location, and start processing. The entire workflow is clear, suitable for material organization, format unification, document archiving, and project delivery in office scenarios.
If you currently have a batch of videos that need to be uniformly converted to AVI, it is recommended to first organize the source files into the same folder, then proceed with batch processing according to the steps in this article. This can both reduce repetitive clicking and lower the risk of missing or incorrectly converting files, making video file management more efficient.