How to convert MPG to FLAC?
You can convert MPG to FLAC with MConverter in three easy steps:
- Choose MPG files from your deviceAt the top of this page, drag and drop your MPGs.
You can also click to select MPG files using your operating system's file picker.
Another method is to press the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+V (⌘+V on Mac) to paste an MPG file you have copied to clipboard.
Converting a folder with MPG files to FLAC is also supported: simply paste or drag and drop it. - Click or tap on FLAC from the list of target formatsAlternatively, you can use the search field to quickly find the format you need, whether it's FLAC or something else.
- Download your FLAC files, after MConverter has finished processing themThere's an option to automatically download the converted FLAC files, so you don't have to press the download icon for each FLAC.
On desktop platforms, you can download the FLAC files to a different folder by clicking on SAVE TO...
You may see a share icon as well. Use it to directly share the FLACs with other apps.
About the formats
| File extension | .mpg |
|---|---|
| Alternative filename extension | .mpeg |
| Category | Video file formats |
| Developed by | MPEG (Moving Picture Experts Group) |
| Mime type | video/mpeg |
Format description
MPG is a video format by the Moving Picture Experts Group. MPG files typically use MPEG-1 or MPEG-2 as their codec.You may wish to convert MPG videos to the relatively newer MP4 (MPEG-4) format, which is more widely supported and can incorporate more efficient codecs.
| File extension | .flac |
|---|---|
| Category | Audio file formats |
| Developed by | Xiph.Org Foundation |
| Mime type | audio/flac |
Format description
FLAC, or Free Lossless Audio Codec, files contain digital audio. FLAC files utilize lossless quality, meaning that there is no loss of any original sound data. When compared to MP3 (lossy audio format), FLAC files are generally larger. Nonetheless, FLAC’s lossless compression algorithm can reduce the file size by up to 70%, and still be able to reproduce the original audio afterwards. The format is royalty-free.Common questions about converting MPG to FLAC
Can I convert MPG to FLAC in bulk?
Yes, MConverter supports batch converting of multiple MPGs to FLACs simultaneously. You can even drag and drop folders containing MPGs to convert to FLAC.
Pasting MPG files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Pasting MPG files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Can I convert an MPG file to FLAC, if its size is 2 GB?
Yes, with MConverter Pro you can convert big MPGs, up to 2 gigabytes each.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert MPG files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert MPG files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
Is converting MPGs to FLAC safe with MConverter?
Yes, we encrypt your connection using industry standards. Plus, your MPG files are only accessible by you. 4 hours after the conversion completes, they are automatically deleted from MConverter’s servers. You can also delete your MPGs and other converted files immediately after finishing the conversion by clicking the bin icon.
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How long does it take to convert MPG to FLAC?
For most videos, the wait could be a few minutes or less. However, MConverter also supports converting larger videos, meaning that it could take a while (up to over an hour, for example).
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