How You Can Convert MP4 Files to MP3 Files

How to Convert MP4 Files to MP3 Format Using Zamzar

Zamzar is a website that allows you to convert virtually any type of file on the internet. Let's focus on Zamzar's MP4 to MP3 converter for the time being.

1. Upon entering Zamzar's MP4 to MP3 converter, you have the option of dragging your file onto the screen or clicking Add Files to browse for it on your computer, depending on your preference. Take into consideration the fact that the maximum file size is 50 MB.

2. When you get to Step 2 of the conversion process, the drop-down box should say "MP3." If you haven't already done so, click on this file type and select it.

3. Select the Convert Now option from the drop-down menu.

4. Once the file has been converted, click Download and navigate to the location where you want it to be downloaded.

Converting MP4 to MP3 Using Convertio

Using Convertio, you can convert files in a number of different formats. You can also convert a variety of other file types, which is similar to Zamzar's capabilities. These include documents, images, and ebooks.

1. Select Convertio MP4 to MP3 converter from your computer's menu bar and either drag your file onto the screen or click Choose Files to browse to your computer's file system for it. Keep in mind that the maximum file size is 100 MB. 

2. Verify that the file type you're converting to is MP3 at the top of the page. If necessary, select it from the drop-down box by clicking on it.

3. Select the Convert option from the drop-down menu.

4. A message stating "Conversion Completed" will appear on your screen once the process is completed. Following the completion of the download, the file will be saved to your default downloads directory.

Using CloudConvert to convert MP4 files to MP3 files

If you need to make some changes to your file before converting it, you can do so by visiting CloudConvert. It's also worth noting that this site, like the other two on our list, provides additional file conversion services as well. Fonts, spreadsheets, and presentations, among other types of files, can be converted using this program.

1. Start by going directly to the MP4 to MP3 converter on CloudConvert and clicking Select File or dragging your file onto the screen. Use the Options at the bottom of the page to make changes to the audio and trim your file before uploading it to YouTube. Additionally, as demonstrated in Step 4 below, this can be done after your file has been uploaded to the server.

2. Select the file location from the drop-down box, depending on the location you've chosen, and then follow the on-screen prompts to locate and select the file.

3. Check to see that MP3 is displayed in the Convert To drop-down menu, and if necessary, select it from there.

4. If you didn't make any changes to your file before uploading it, you can do so now if you want. To begin, select the wrench icon from the toolbar. You have the option of changing the audio bitrate, adjusting the volume, and even trimming the file if you so choose. If you do decide to make changes, make sure to click the Okay button when you are finished.

5. When you're finished, click Convert to save your work.

6. Once the file has been converted by the website, a pop-up window will appear with the option to either play or download the file.