File Formats

Plain-English explainers for the file formats you run into every day: what they are, why they exist, which one to pick, and how to convert between them.

Pixel art scene comparing MP4, MOV, WebM, and MKV video file icons side by side

FormatsJuly 28, 20266 min

Which Video Format Is Best? MP4 vs MOV vs WebM vs MKV

MP4, MOV, WebM, and MKV compared for compatibility, file size, and quality, with a clear answer for which one to actually use.

Pixel art scene comparing MP3, FLAC, and WAV audio formats side by side

FormatsJuly 21, 20266 min

Best Audio Format for Music: MP3 vs FLAC vs WAV

MP3, FLAC, and WAV compared for music: file size, sound quality, and which one to actually use for listening, archiving, or editing.