How to Convert MPEG Layer-3 Audio
The file format "MPEG Layer-3 Audio" is more commonly known as "MP3." This is an audio format that is commonly used with many different types of programs and portable audio devices. MP3 players use audio files in this format. They can be transferred directly from where you download them on your computer to your portable MP3 player for listening on the go. There are some audio players, though, that prefer a different format, such as MP4. To use your MP3s on such players, you'll need to convert them.
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Instructions
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Download conversion software. An example of a free one is Format Factory (see Resources).
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Double-click on the installation file once it finishes downloading onto your desktop. Go through each step and click "Next" when done, including choosing a directory for where the program will be installed. Usually, the one automatically given will be fine.
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Begin the program when ready by clicking on the "Start" button in the lower-left corner of the screen, and then "All Programs." Click on the converter program, which should be listed there, and you'll get one more drop-down menu. Click on the file in there to begin the program.
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Click on the "Audio" tab on the left-hand side of the main program window. Choose what you would like to convert your MP3 into. Examples include "All to WMA" and "All to OGG."
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Click "Add file" in the new window that appears. Find your Mp3 player and double-click on it to return to the previous screen. Choose "OK" to return to the main screen.
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Choose the "Start" button at the top of the screen to begin converting. Once the blue bar fills up and reads "completed" the conversion will be done.
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Hit the "output folder" button in the main screen to find your newly converted file.
MP4 format will actually be under the "Video" tab since it is for videos as well.
