Step 1: Install VLC Media Player
Before we get started, you’ll need to have VLC media player installed on your computer. If you haven’t installed it already, you can download it for free from the official VLC website.
Step 2: Open VLC and Load the MP4 Video
Launch VLC media player and click on the “Media” tab in the menu bar. From the drop-down menu, select “Open File” and browse for the MP4 video file you want to rotate. Once you’ve located the file, click on the “Open” button.
Step 3: Access the Video Effects
After you’ve loaded the MP4 video file, click on the “Tools” tab in the menu bar and select “Effects and Filters” from the drop-down menu. A new window will open with multiple tabs.
Step 4: Navigate to the Video Effects Tab
In the “Effects and Filters” window, select the “Video Effects” tab. Here, you’ll find a range of options to modify your video, including the ability to rotate it to the desired orientation.
Step 5: Apply Video Rotation
In the “Video Effects” tab, click on the “Geometry” tab within it. Check the “Transform” box, and you’ll see a dropdown menu with rotation options. Choose the desired rotation, such as 90 degrees clockwise or counterclockwise, or 180 degrees flip. Make sure to preview the changes in the preview window to ensure you’re happy with the rotation.
Step 6: Save the Rotated Video
Once you’re satisfied with the rotation, click on the “Close” button to exit the “Effects and Filters” window. Go back to the main VLC window and select “Media” from the menu bar. Choose “Convert/Save” from the drop-down menu.
Step 7: Select Output Format and Destination
In the “Convert” window, click on the “Add” button and browse for the location where you want to save the rotated video. Give the file a name and select the desired output format. VLC supports various formats like MP4, AVI, and more. Finally, click on the “Start” button to begin the conversion process.
Step 8: Enjoy Your Rotated MP4 Video
Once the conversion process is complete, you’ll have a newly rotated MP4 video ready to be enjoyed in the correct orientation. You can now upload it to social media, share it with friends and family, or edit it further as needed.
In Conclusion
Thanks to VLC media player’s user-friendly interface and powerful features, rotating an MP4 video has never been easier. Follow the step-by-step guide outlined in this blog post, and you’ll be able to master video rotations in no time. Say goodbye to sideways or upside-down videos and hello to perfectly oriented memories!