How to convert AVI files to iPod format
- 1). Launch your iTunes player on your desktop and click the "Movies" tab on the left side of the menu of the player.
- 2). Drag and drop the AVI movie file you would like to convert from your computer's folders onto your iTunes "Movie" library page.
- 3). Select the new movie in your library by clicking on it.
- 4). Select "Advanced" and "Create iPod or iPhone Version" from the upper iTunes menu. This will convert your selected file from AVI format to an iPod-compatible version. Allow a few seconds for the conversion to take place.
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