AVI File Format
A classic Microsoft container from 1992 that still plays on many older players and DVD hardware.
AVI at a glance
| Full name | Audio Video Interleave |
|---|---|
| MIME type | video/x-msvideo |
| Category | Video |
| Best for | legacy playback, older Windows software, hardware players |
| Compatibility | Broad legacy support, but inefficient compression and no modern codec features. |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a AVI file?
AVI is a classic Microsoft container from 1992 that still plays on many older players and DVD hardware. Technically it is Audio Video Interleave, with the MIME type video/x-msvideo.
What can I convert AVI to?
converthubor can turn AVI into 340 different formats, including 264, 265, 266, 302, 3G2, 3GP.
What can I convert AVI from?
You can create AVI files from formats such as MP4, MKV, AVI, MOV, WEBM, FLV.
Is converting AVI free?
Yes, every conversion on this site is free and does not require an account.