How to Convert a DVD to AVI in Freeware on a Mac

DVDs files use the file extension .TS which stands for Video Transport Stream File, according to fileinfo.com. They contain compressed MEPG-2 video data. .AVI stands for Audio Video Interleave File. Created by Microsoft, an .AVI file is a container that can hold all different kinds of compressed video and audio files. If you want to convert a DVD into AVI on a Mac you need to rip the DVD onto your computer first. The only freeware program that can both rip a DVD and convert it into an .AVI file is Handbrake.

Things You'll Need

• Handbrake

Instructions

1. Download Handbrake from the website (see "Resources" section for link).

2. Open the "Handbrake.dmg" file that mounts on your desktop and copy the Handbrake icon into your Applications folder.

3. Open Handbrake and insert a DVD into your Mac. Close DVD Player when it opens.

4. Click "Source" in the upper left hand side of the Handbrake window and select the DVD file from your desktop. Click "Open."

5. Click "Browse" to select a destination for the file.

6. Select "AVI" from the Output menu.

7. Click "Start Queue" and wait for the file to be created.

Tips & Warnings

• The longer the DVD the more time it will take to convert it to an .AVI file.

References

• File Info: .TS File Extension
• FileInfo: .AVI File Extension

Resources

• HandBrake:Download