A VIDEO_TS folder is used to store DVD video data. These files can occupy large space, contain DVD encryption, and cannot be opened on your device. That’s why many people want to convert Video_TS files to MP4, a modern video format with smaller size and highest compatibility.
This post will introduce 4 easy ways to convert Video_TS to MP4, quickly and safely.
Cisdem Video Converter
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When you insert a DVD disc on your computer and click to open it, there are 2 folders, Video_TS and Audio_TS. Normally, the AUDIO_TS folder is used to store audio files and there is nothing in it. The VIDEO_TS folder is used to store movies files that is made up of 3 parts: IFO, BUP and VOB files.
VIDEO_TS.VOB: It is the video object file that plays an important part in a DVD, which includes the video, audio, subtitle, a copyright notice or a menu that will be displayed on the screen.
VIDEO_TS.IFO: It is the information file that contains main control and playback information for the entire DVD, including titles, volume numbers, domains, subtitles, audio tracks, etc.
VIDEO_TS.BUP: It is a backup copy of the VIDEO_TS IFO file. Once the related IFO file is damaged, this backup copy will come into effect to help the disc play normally.
If you are looking for the best Video_TS to MP4 converter, you must possess Cisdem Video Converter. It can not only convert DVD folders to all popular digital video and audio file format, but also can convert any DVD discs with copy protection directly. Thanks to its advanced decryption technology, it can bypass region block and other encryption methods with ease.
Furthermore, this versatile tool can also be used to convert between almost all digital audios and videos, and download unlimited online videos from 1000+ media sites such as YouTube, Video, Facebook, JW Player, etc. If you are interested in how easy this tool is, read on for the how-to guide.
Click the download buttons to get the latest version of Cisdem Video Converter on your computer.
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Open the program, you will see 5 interfaces for different uses. Click 
icon on the top to rip Video_TS file.
Drag and drop VIDEO_TS folder onto the interface, and wait a while for all the video content to load.
Within a few seconds, it will list all titles with information like duration and file size. You can play titles within the app.
Click format icon or the "Convert all tasks to" button, click “Video” and then select “MP4” as the output format. You can also choose other formats if needed.
If available, select your preferred language from the audio track box and subtitle box.
In this sample DVD disc, there are two audio tracks. Select the English one in this case.
Below is the supported language list, choose your favorite one as the subtitles for a better visual experience.
If you want to modify the video, such as trimming and cropping, click the edit 
icon on the top right corner to open the editor.
When all is set, click the "Start" button at the bottom right corner to begin the converting process on your device.
HandBrake is able to convert various video files including Video_TS folder to MP4, MKV and WebM. It’s a popular free tool for ripping DVD/Blu-ray discs without copy protection. While HandBrake is best for converting home DVD files, it is possible to rip copy-protected ones with the help of libdvdcss.
VLC media player can not only play Video_TS files on multiple platforms, but also convert them to MP4 files on Windows and Mac. It supports CSS-encrpyted discs with its built-in libdvdcss. Note that the steps for Windows and Mac are quite different.
Tip: Since VLC is not designed for covnerting, it’s more likely to experience problems such as slow conversion, incorrect sound track or audio out of sync with video, no subtitles after conversion. If you want to fix the issues, read this article for more details: https://www.cisdem.com/resource/rip-a-dvd-with-vlc.html
Note: Online tools can only convert .VOB files and can't scan the whole folder.
Once entering the key words of “convert Video_TS to MP4 online free” into the search engine, it will show you all-assorted results, including convertio.co, couldconvert.com, zamzar.com and other popular online tools. It's noted that online tools cannot detect the main titles like software and only will convert .vob video chunks into MP4.
Most of them have strict time limit while some have size limit. Through our tests, Freeconvert.com brings the greatest convenience as it supports converting a file up to 1 GB (the max size of a VOB file) for free.
This comparison table can help you further figure out which converter is the right tool for you to convert Video_TS files to MP4.
| Cisdem Video Converter | HandBrake | VLC | Online Video Converter | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convert copy-protected Video_TS folder | Yes | Possible with libdvdcss | Partly supported | No |
| Audio/Subtitle track selection | Yes | Yes | defective | No |
|
Conversion speed |
Fast, 30X faster speed | Normal | Normal | Slow |
| Batch convert files | Yes | No | No | Limited |
| Editing feature | Yes | No | No | Some lets you trim the video |
| Ease of use | Easy | Learning curve required | Learning curve required | Easy |
I hope this article helped you to convert your Video_TS folder to MP4 and enjoy the movie without any problems. If you only have a few Video_TS files to convert and the files have no copy protection, you can use free or online Video_TS to MP4 converters. But if you have many files and the files are large, it is highly recommended to use a professional converter such as Cisdem Video Converter, because it can handle all kinds of DVD discs and convert the Video_TS folder quickly without any restriction.
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Emily is a girl who loves to review various multimedia software. She enjoys exploring cutting edge technology and writing how-to guides. Hopefully her articles will help you solve your audio, video, DVD and Blu-ray issues.
