Converting Videos for iPod Use

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  Video Info Showing File Extension
  
  Determine the file type of the videos you want to convert to iPod format. Check the file's extension (the letters after the "." in the file name, such as .avi, .mov, etc.). If you choose "Get Info" in iTunes while highlighting the file in question, you can view the file's path (location) and extension.
  
  
• 2). Try copying the file directly to any connected iPod if it is an MOV, M4V or MP4 file. These files are fairly compatible and may not need to be converted at all for use in iPod. If you get an error and cannot copy the file, proceed to the next step.
  
  
• 3). Highlight the file(s) you want to convert. Right-click on them (PC) or control-click (Mac) and select "Create iPod or iPhone Version." Allow a few minutes for the conversion process to complete for short videos. For longer videos, the process could take quite a while.
  
  
• 4). Copy the converted files to your iPod. They should now be fully playable on any iPod capable of video playback.