How to Merge Two Videos Together on Mac Using VLC Media Player

When it comes to combining multiple video files, you may encounter various challenges, especially if you're using VLC media player. Despite its reputation as a powerful and versatile media player, VLC can sometimes fail to merge videos together, even after converting them to the same codec and format.

If you've tried every step correctly but still ended up with an unsuccessful merging result, don't worry - you're not alone. The command-line way of merging video in VLC media player can be overwhelming, especially for those without extensive programming experience. In this article, we'll provide a simpler approach to combine videos using VLC.

Before proceeding, make sure you have the latest version of VLC media player installed on your Mac. You can download it from the official website.

Step 1: Open VLC Media Player and Create a New Folder

Open VLC media player and navigate to the 'File' menu. Click on 'Open Folder' and select a new folder where you'll store your video files.

Step 2: Sort and Convert Videos to the Same Format

Select all the videos you want to merge, right-click (or control-click) on them, and choose 'Profile uses MP4'. This will ensure that all your video files are in the same format, making it easier to combine them later.

Step 3: Open the Folder of Your Video Files

Once you've converted your videos to the same format, open the folder where you stored them. You should see all your video files listed here.

Step 4: Enter VLC Command Lines to Merge Videos

Open a new terminal window and enter the following command:

```

Vlc -I dummy -vvv --sout '#gather:std' --sout-keep video1.mp4 video2.mp4

```

Replace 'video1.mp4' and 'video2.mp4' with the names of your video files. Press Enter to execute the command.

By following these simple steps, you can merge two videos together on your Mac using VLC media player. Remember to replace the placeholder file names with the actual names of your video files. If you encounter any issues or need further assistance, refer to the official VLC documentation for more information.

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