How To Convert Video To Audio On iPhone

Howfinity
24 Apr 202303:58

TLDRThe video provides a step-by-step guide on how to convert a video file to an audio file on an iPhone without the need for any additional apps. The process involves using the built-in 'Shortcuts' app to create a new shortcut named 'Video to Audio'. The shortcut is configured to receive media input, encode the media to audio only in the AIFF format for better quality, and then save the file. Once created, users can select a video file, use the share function, and choose the 'Video to Audio' shortcut to convert the video to an audio file, which can then be saved and shared through various methods like email, text, or Airdrop.

Takeaways

  • 📱 Use the 'Shortcuts' app that comes pre-installed on your iPhone to convert video to audio.
  • 🔍 If you don't have 'Shortcuts', you can download it from the Apple Store.
  • 📌 Add a new shortcut and name it 'Video to Audio' for clarity.
  • ✅ Ensure the shortcut is set to show in the share sheet and is set to receive media.
  • 🔄 Add the 'Encode Media' action to your shortcut, selecting 'Audio Only' and choose a high-quality format like AIFF.
  • 💾 Add a 'Save File' action to complete the sequence, instructing the app to save the extracted audio.
  • 📂 Locate the video file in your Photos Library and use the share function to apply the shortcut.
  • 📁 The converted audio file will be saved in the 'Files' app, where you can manage and share it.
  • 🔗 You can share the audio file via email, text, or Airdrop from the 'Files' app.
  • 📝 Leave step-by-step instructions in the description for users who might need additional guidance.
  • 👍 The process is user-friendly and doesn't require any additional apps beyond those that come with the iPhone.

Q & A

  • What is the easiest way to convert a video file to an audio file on an iPhone?

    -The easiest way to convert a video file to an audio file on an iPhone is by using the Shortcuts app, which comes pre-installed on the device.

  • If I don't have the Shortcuts app, where can I download it from?

    -If you don't have the Shortcuts app, you can download it from the Apple Store.

  • How do you create a new shortcut in the Shortcuts app?

    -To create a new shortcut in the Shortcuts app, press the plus sign located at the top of the app.

  • What should you name the shortcut that extracts audio from a video?

    -You should name the shortcut 'Video to Audio' for clarity and ease of use.

  • What option in the Shortcuts app allows the shortcut to be accessible from the share sheet?

    -The option to show the shortcut in the share sheet is 'Show in Share Sheet', which you can find in the information options of the shortcut.

  • What type of media does the shortcut need to receive to work?

    -The shortcut needs to receive media, specifically video files, to work.

  • What action do you need to add to the shortcut to encode the media?

    -You need to add the 'Encode Media' action to the shortcut, which will encode the media to audio only.

  • What audio format is recommended for better audio quality in the 'Encode Media' action?

    -The recommended audio format for better audio quality is AIFF.

  • After encoding the media to audio only, what action is needed to save the file?

    -After encoding the media to audio only, you need to add the 'Save File' action to save the audio file.

  • How can you find the converted audio file on your iPhone?

    -You can find the converted audio file in the Files app on your iPhone, in the folder where you chose to save it.

  • What are the sharing options available for the audio-only version of the video file?

    -The sharing options available for the audio-only version of the video file include email, text, and Airdrop.

  • If someone gets stuck during the process, where can they find step-by-step instructions?

    -If someone gets stuck during the process, they can find step-by-step instructions in the description provided with the transcript.

Outlines

00:00

📱 Extracting Audio from Video on iPhone using Shortcuts

The video script provides a step-by-step guide on how to extract an audio file from a video file on an iPhone without the need for additional apps. It introduces the 'Shortcuts' app, which is pre-installed on iPhones, and guides the user through creating a new shortcut named 'Video to Audio'. The process involves setting the shortcut to receive media input, encoding the media to audio only in the AIFF format for better quality, and saving the file. The user is then shown how to run the shortcut by sharing a video file and selecting the 'Video to Audio' option. The resulting audio file can be found in the 'Files' app and shared through various methods like email, text, or Airdrop.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Shortcuts app

The Shortcuts app is an Apple application that comes pre-installed on iPhones, which allows users to create custom shortcuts for various tasks. In the context of the video, it is used to create a shortcut for converting video files to audio files without the need for any additional apps. The app is central to the video's theme of demonstrating a simple method for audio extraction.

💡Extract audio

Extracting audio refers to the process of separating the audio track from a video file, resulting in a standalone audio file. This is the primary goal of the shortcut created in the video, which shows how to use the Shortcuts app to convert a video file to an audio-only format.

💡Encode

Encoding in this context means converting the media data from one format to another. Specifically, the video demonstrates how to encode a video file to an audio-only format, such as AIFF, using the Shortcuts app. Encoding is a key step in the process of creating an audio file from a video file.

💡AIFF format

AIFF, which stands for Audio Interchange File Format, is a high-quality audio file format used for storing high-fidelity audio data. In the video, it is chosen as the output format for the audio file to ensure better audio quality during the conversion process.

💡Share Sheet

The Share Sheet is a feature on iOS devices that allows users to quickly share content with others or perform actions on that content. In the video, the Share Sheet is used to access the newly created shortcut for converting a video to an audio file, making the process more accessible and convenient.

💡Files app

The Files app is a stock application on iOS devices that manages and organizes files and documents. It is used in the video to locate and manage the audio file that has been created from the video file. The Files app is crucial for accessing and sharing the final audio-only file.

💡Media input

Media input refers to the source material, in this case, a video file, that is used as input for the conversion process. The video script describes how the Shortcuts app is set up to receive media input from the Share Sheet, which is the starting point for the audio extraction process.

💡Save File

Saving a file is the action of storing the output of a process, such as the newly encoded audio file, to a device or storage medium. In the context of the video, the 'Save File' action in the Shortcuts app is used to store the extracted audio as a media file, which can then be accessed and shared.

💡Airdrop

Airdrop is an iOS and macOS feature that allows users to wirelessly transfer files between nearby devices. It is mentioned in the video as one of the options for sharing the converted audio file, highlighting the ease with which the file can be sent to others.

💡Email

Emailing is a common method of sharing files and information digitally. The video suggests that once the audio file is saved, it can be emailed to oneself or others as a way to share the audio-only version of the video file.

💡Text

Texting, or sending a text message, is another method mentioned in the video for sharing the converted audio file. It implies the use of SMS or messaging apps to send the audio file as an attachment to another person.

Highlights

You can convert a video file to an audio file on your iPhone without needing any additional apps.

The 'Shortcuts' app, which comes pre-installed on iPhones, can be used to extract audio from videos.

If you've deleted the 'Shortcuts' app, you can re-download it from the Apple Store.

Create a new shortcut in the 'Shortcuts' app to convert video to audio.

Name the new shortcut 'Video to Audio' for easy identification.

Ensure the shortcut is set to show in the share sheet for convenience.

Configure the shortcut to receive media input from the share sheet.

Use the 'Encode Media' action within the shortcut to select 'Audio Only'.

Choose the AIFF format for the audio to get better quality.

Add a 'Save File' action to the shortcut to save the extracted audio.

The shortcut automates the process, so no further action is needed once set up.

Find a video file in your Photos Library to apply the shortcut.

Use the share button and select the 'Video to Audio' shortcut to convert the video.

Specify where you want to save the converted audio file.

The 'Files' app on your iPhone can be used to locate and manage the saved audio file.

The audio file can be shared via email, text, or AirDrop.

Step-by-step instructions are provided in the description for additional guidance.

The process is user-friendly and does not require technical expertise.

This method is a practical application for those wanting to extract audio from their iPhone videos.