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How to Save Animation as MP4 Video in Blender: A Beginner's Guide

Are you a beginner in Blender looking to save your animations as MP4 videos? Look no further! In this tutorial, we will walk you through the process step by step.

Understanding the Basics

Before you start saving your animation as an MP4 file, ensure that your modeling, compositing, camera angles, lighting, and other elements are set up correctly. Once you have everything in place, you are ready to proceed.

Direct Method vs. Indirect Method

Direct Method

  1. Go to the render settings in the properties panel.

  2. Choose your rendering device (CPU or GPU).

  3. Select the output format as ffmpeg video.

  4. Set the output location and file name.

  5. Configure encoding settings for high-quality output.

  6. Adjust sampling for desired quality.

  7. Click on the animation button to render the video directly.

    Note: This method may pose risks, such as potential data loss in case of power outages.

Indirect Method

  1. Configure settings as mentioned in the video, except for the output settings.
  2. Choose an image format (PNG, JPG, etc.) instead of MPEG video.
  3. Start rendering the animation to produce individual frames.
  4. Stop rendering at any point if needed and resume later by selecting the last produced frame.
  5. Once all frames are rendered, add them to Blender's video editor.
  6. Set the output format to MP4 (H.264) and encoding settings.
  7. Click on the animation to render the final MP4 video.

Benefits of Indirect Method

The indirect method provides more control, especially when dealing with a large number of frames. It allows you to resume rendering from where you left off and minimizes the risk of data loss during unexpected events.

Conclusion

Saving animations as MP4 videos in Blender requires attention to detail and proper settings. By following the steps outlined in this tutorial, you can create high-quality MP4 videos of your animations with ease. Whether you choose the direct or indirect method, always remember to save your work regularly to avoid any potential data loss.

Try out these methods and start creating stunning animated videos in Blender today!

Meta description: Learn how to save your Blender animations as MP4 videos using both direct and indirect methods. Follow our beginner's guide for step-by-step instructions.

Keywords: Blender, animation, save as MP4, video tutorial, rendering, beginner, direct method, indirect method

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