Trim MPG

How to Trim MPG Videos

1. Upload your MPG file — Click "+ Add Files" or drag and drop your MPG or MPEG video.
2. Set trim points — Under "Trim," select "Time Range" and enter a start time and duration.
3. Adjust compression (optional) — Under "File Compression," select "Quality Preset" (Highest to Lowest), "Target file size (%)", "Specific file size," "Constant Bitrate," "Variable Bitrate," "Constant Quality" (CRF), or "Constraint Quality."
4. Adjust resolution (optional) — Under "Video resolution," keep original, pick a preset (1080p, 720p, etc.), or enter exact width/height.
5. Trim and download — Click "Trim" and download your trimmed MPG file.

Why Trim MPG Files?

MPG (MPEG) is the standard video format for DVD rips, digital TV recordings, and legacy video archives using MPEG-1 or MPEG-2 compression. These files are often long recordings that need trimming — removing intros, cutting to specific scenes, or extracting clips from multi-hour captures. Trimming reduces file size and isolates the content you need.

This tool accepts both .mpg and .mpeg extensions (identical format). You can optionally compress and resize during the trim for maximum file size reduction in a single step.

Common MPG Trimming Scenarios

Source	Typical Use	Trim Approach
DVD rip (.mpg/.vob)	Extract scene	Start time + duration
TV recording	Remove commercials	Trim to content segments
VCD video	Create clip	Start + short duration
Legacy archive	Reduce storage	Trim + compress

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I upload both MPG and MPEG files?

Yes. Both .mpg and .mpeg are accepted — they're the same format with different extensions.

Can I compress while trimming?

Yes. Under "File Compression," choose any method. Combining trim + compression is more efficient than separate operations.

What compression setting should I use?

"Quality Preset: High" works well for most content. For maximum quality preservation, use CRF 18. For smaller files, use "Target file size (%)" at 50%.

Can I also resize while trimming?

Yes. Under "Video resolution," change resolution — useful for creating smaller clips for web sharing.

Should I trim as MPG or convert to MP4?

Keep MPG for DVD authoring or legacy workflows. For modern sharing, MPG to MP4 is more universally compatible.