When a large number of MP4 videos accumulate on a computer and need to be converted to MPEG or MPG format in bulk, opening conversion tools one by one can be very time-consuming. This article uses HeSoft Doc Batch Tool as an example to demonstrate how to use the batch processing capabilities of office software to import multiple MP4 videos at once, set uniform parameters, and convert them all to MPEG format. It includes previews of before-and-after effects, operation steps, and important notes, making it suitable for users who need to organize footage, archive videos, or adapt playback formats for older devices.
In daily office work, data archiving, material organization or multimedia file delivery, you often encounter this problem: There are many MP4 videos in a folder, but the client, system, device or historical project requires the use of MPEG format, or the final file needs to be saved with an MPG extension. If there are only one or two videos, manual conversion is acceptable; but when the number of videos reaches dozens or hundreds, selecting, setting, and waiting for conversion one by one not only wastes time, but also easily leads to missed conversions, duplicate conversions, and file name confusion.
This article addresses the issue of "batch converting many video files to MPEG format." Below, combining screenshots and using the office software HeSoft Doc Batch Tool as an example, it demonstrates how to enter the video tool module, select the "Video to MPEG" function, and uniformly convert multiple MP4 videos to MPEG/MPG format. The positioning of this software is a document and file batch processing office tool, with its core value being the reduction of repetitive labor, suitable for batch file processing, batch format conversion, batch material organization, and other scenarios.
Applicable Scenarios: When is batch video to MPEG format conversion needed?
MPEG is a common type of video encoding and encapsulation-related format, still used in many older systems, playback devices, capture devices, teaching platforms, or internal business systems. In actual office work, users needing to batch convert MP4 to MPEG format typically encounter the following scenarios.
First, to unify the video delivery format. For example, there are multiple MP4 videos in the project materials, but the client or platform requires submission in MPEG format. To maintain delivery specifications, all videos need to be converted to the same format at once.
Second, to adapt to older devices or specialized software. Some playback terminals, surveillance systems, conference systems, or teaching software have unstable support for MP4 but can recognize MPG and MPEG formats. Batch conversion can reduce compatibility issues in these cases.
Third, to organize historical material libraries. Companies may have accumulated video materials from different sources over a long period. Inconsistent formats can affect subsequent searching, playback, and archiving. Using a batch processing tool to uniformly convert a batch of videos to MPEG helps improve file management efficiency.
Fourth, to reduce manual repetitive operations. If each video requires individually opening conversion software, selecting the output format, setting the save directory, and clicking start, the whole process is very mechanical. With HeSoft Doc Batch Tool , these repetitive steps can be handled centrally, better meeting the efficiency demands of office scenarios.
Result Preview: Multiple MP4 files before processing, uniformly changed to MPG files after
From the pre-processing screenshot, you can see the folder contains multiple MP4 video files, such as "Video test 4.mp4", "Video test 5.mp4", "Video test 11.mp4", etc. The file extensions are all .mp4, indicating these videos are currently in MP4 format.
After batch conversion is complete, the same batch of video files now has MPG extensions, such as "Video test 4.mpg", "Video test 5.mpg", "Video test 11.mpg", etc. It should be noted here that when many users search for "MPEG format", they also see the ".mpg" extension; in practical use, MPG is one of the common file extensions for MPEG video files. Therefore, the processing results in the screenshots can be understood as the videos having been batch converted to MPEG/MPG format.
Comparing before and after processing, it can be seen that the main file names remain consistent, only the extension changes from .mp4 to .mpg. This is very important for batch archiving, as users can still identify the video content by the original name while completing format unification.
Operation Steps: Using HeSoft Doc Batch Tool to Batch Convert to MPEG
The following explains the actual operation process according to the order of screenshots. To ensure operational accuracy, it is recommended to place the videos to be processed into one folder before conversion, which makes importing, checking, and subsequent result verification more convenient.
Step One: Enter Video Tools, select the "Video to MPEG" function
After opening HeSoft Doc Batch Tool , various office file processing entries can be seen in the left function classification, such as File Name, Folder Name, File Organization, Word Tools, Excel Tools, PowerPoint Tools, PDF Tools, Text Tools, Image Tools, Video Tools, Audio Tools, etc. Here, the task is video format processing, so the Video Tools category on the left needs to be selected.
After entering the Video Tools page, multiple batch processing functions related to video are listed in card form in the interface, such as Separate Video and Audio, Remove Audio from Video, Remove Video Track, Add Watermark to Video, Video to MP4, Video to AVI, Video to MKV, Video to MOV, Video to FLV, Video to WMV, Video to WebM, etc. According to the goal of this article, the card for "Video to MPEG" should be selected.
The purpose of this step is to enter the dedicated MPEG format conversion process. After selecting the correct function, the software switches to the "Video to MPEG" task page, and all subsequently imported videos will be processed according to this function.
Step Two: Add the MP4 video files to be converted
After entering the "Video to MPEG" page, the current function name is displayed at the top. There is a "Return to Main Panel" button on the upper left, and operation entries such as Add File, Import Files from Folder, Clear, and More on the right. The middle area is the list of records to be processed, with fields including No., Name, Path, Extension, Creation Time, Modification Time, Operations, etc.
If the number of videos is small, you can click Add File to manually select the MP4 files to be converted. If the videos are all in the same folder, it is more recommended to use Import Files from Folder, as this can import multiple videos from the folder at once, reducing the time spent repeatedly selecting files.
As can be seen from the screenshot, the software has imported 8 MP4 video files, named "Video test 4.mp4", "Video test 5.mp4", "Video test 11.mp4", etc. The path is displayed as the D drive test directory, and the extension column shows mp4. The bottom summary shows "Number of Records: 8", indicating there are 8 files in the current pending list.
The expected result of this step is: All videos needing conversion to MPEG format appear in the list, and the quantity matches the actual number of files to be processed.
Step Three: Check the pending list, filter, sort, or delete records if necessary
When batch processing files, checking the list is very important. Because once batch conversion starts, the software processes records in the list. If irrelevant files are imported by mistake, it may produce redundant results. Screenshots show Filter and Sort buttons on the right side, and there are delete icons in the "Operations" column of the list.
If many files are imported, the filter function can assist in screening list content; if you wish to check records in order of name, time, or other display orders, the sort function can be used. For videos that do not need conversion, you can click the delete icon in the corresponding row's operations column to remove it from the pending list. It is important to note that removing a record from the list usually just excludes that file from the current processing and is not equivalent to deleting the original file on the computer.
The purpose of this step is to ensure the objects for this batch conversion are accurate. It is recommended to focus on checking three things: whether the file names are correct, whether the extensions are mp4 or other video formats needing conversion, and whether the number of records matches expectations.
Step Four: Click "Next" to enter the save location settings
After confirming the pending records are correct, click the Next button at the bottom of the page. The progress bar at the top of the interface shows three stages: Select Records to Process, Set Save Location, Start Processing. The current screenshot is in the first step; clicking Next will lead to the second step, "Set Save Location".
Setting the save location is a very critical step in batch conversion. It is recommended to save the converted MPEG/MPG files to a new output folder, such as creating a dedicated "mpeg output" or "converted videos" directory. This avoids mixing the pre-processing MP4 files with the post-processing MPG files, facilitating result verification and reducing the risk of accidental overwrites or deletions.
Although the screenshot does not show the specific details of the save location page, it can be reasonably inferred from the progress bar that the software will ask the user to set or confirm the save location for the conversion results. After completing the setting, proceed to the next step.
Step Five: Start processing and wait for batch conversion to complete
After completing the save location setting, the process enters the third step, "Start Processing". At this point, after confirming everything is correct, execute the processing, and the software will batch convert the multiple videos in the list. The time required for conversion depends on the number of videos, video size, computer performance, and original video parameters. If the videos are large, it is recommended to wait patiently and avoid frequently moving source files or closing the software during the conversion process.
After processing is complete, enter the output directory to check the results. According to the post-processing screenshot, the original multiple MP4 videos have had corresponding MPG files generated, with the main file names kept consistent and the extensions changed to .mpg, indicating that batch conversion is complete.
Common Questions and Notes
1. What is the relationship between MPEG and MPG? In many usage scenarios, users refer to MPEG format files as MPG files, because .mpg is one of the common extensions for MPEG videos. The processed files in this article's screenshots are .mpg, consistent with the outcome of "Video to MPEG".
2. Will batch conversion affect the original MP4 files? It is recommended to choose a new output directory when setting the save location. This way, new MPG files are obtained after conversion, while the original MP4 files are still retained, facilitating subsequent backup or reprocessing.
3. Why check the number of records first? The biggest advantage of batch processing is handling multiple files at once, but the premise is an accurate import list. Checking the record count helps avoid missing videos and allows timely identification of mistakenly imported files.
4. Can an entire folder be imported at once? As seen in the screenshot, the page provides an "Import Files from Folder" button, suitable for situations where videos are stored centrally. Compared to adding files one by one, this method is more suitable for batch conversion of a large number of videos.
5. Why do the file names remain the same after conversion? The results in the screenshots show that the main body of the file name is unchanged, only the extension changes from .mp4 to .mpg. This helps maintain the correspondence between materials, making searching and archiving easier.
Summary: Use batch processing tools to let the software handle repetitive video format conversion
Batch converting many video files to MPEG format is essentially a typical repetitive office task. If converted manually one by one, it easily consumes a lot of time and is prone to missed processing or naming confusion. With HeSoft Doc Batch Tool , you can directly select "Video to MPEG" in the Video Tools, then batch import MP4 files, check the list, set the save location, and start processing.
Judging from the screenshot results, multiple MP4 videos have been uniformly converted to MPG files, achieving the goal of batch converting to MPEG format. For users who frequently need to organize video materials, unify file formats, adapt to business systems, or submit specified format data, it is recommended to prioritize using the batch processing capabilities of this type of office software to centralize repetitive operations, freeing up time for more important content review and business work.