How To Convert Video To Audio On iPhone

The 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 additional apps. The process involves using the 'Shortcuts' app, which is pre-installed on iPhones. After opening the app, the user is instructed to create a new shortcut named 'Video to Audio'. The shortcut is configured to receive media input and encode it to an audio-only format, with the option to select AIFF for better audio quality. Once the shortcut is set up, the user can find a video file in their Photos Library, use the share function, and select the 'Video to Audio' shortcut to convert the video to an audio file. The resulting audio file can be found in the 'Files' app and can be shared via email, text, or Airdrop. The video concludes with an offer to provide step-by-step instructions in the description for further assistance.

Takeaways

• 📱 Use the 'Shortcuts' app that comes pre-installed on your iPhone to convert video to audio.
• 🔍 If you don't have 'Shortcuts', 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 configured to receive media.
• 🔄 In the shortcut actions, search for and select 'Encode Media' to set up the encoding process.
• 🎵 Choose 'Audio Only' to extract just the audio from the video.
• 📈 For better audio quality, select the AIFF format in the 'Format' option.
• 💾 Add the 'Save File' action to tell the app where to save the extracted audio.
• 📂 After creating the shortcut, locate the video file in your Photos Library.
• 🔗 Use the share button and select the 'Video to Audio' shortcut to convert the video.
• 📁 The converted audio file will be saved in the 'Files' app, where you can manage and share it.
• 📧 You can email, text, or use Airdrop to share the audio-only version of your video file.

Q & A

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

The easiest method is to use the 'Shortcuts' app that comes pre-installed on the iPhone. By creating a new shortcut, you can extract audio from a video without needing any additional apps.

How do you find the 'Shortcuts' app on an iPhone?

If you already have it, you can find the 'Shortcuts' app on your iPhone's home screen. If you don't have it, you can download it from the Apple Store.

What is the name of the shortcut you should create in the 'Shortcuts' app for converting video to audio?

You should name the shortcut 'Video to Audio'.

How do you ensure that the shortcut appears in the share sheet?

You need to select the 'Show in Share Sheet' option and activate it within the shortcut's settings.

What type of media does the shortcut need to receive?

The shortcut is set to receive only media, specifically video files from which you want to extract audio.

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, setting it to 'Audio Only' and choosing a format like AIFF for better audio quality.

After encoding the media, what action is required to complete the process?

After encoding, you need to add the 'Save File' action to save the extracted audio as a media file.

How do you run the shortcut to convert a video file to an audio file?

You don't need to run the shortcut manually. Instead, find a video file on your iPhone, press share, and select the 'Video to Audio' shortcut from the share sheet.

Where can you find the converted audio file after using the shortcut?

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 some ways to share the extracted audio file?

You can email it to yourself, text it to someone else, or use AirDrop to share the audio file after converting it.

What is the benefit of using the 'Shortcuts' app for this task?

The benefit of using the 'Shortcuts' app is that it allows you to convert video to audio without installing any additional apps, and it provides a quick and easy way to perform the conversion directly on your iPhone.

If a user gets stuck at any point, where can they find step-by-step instructions?

If a user gets stuck, they can find step-by-step instructions in the description provided with the video or transcript.

Outlines

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📱 Extracting Audio from Video on iPhone

This paragraph explains the process of extracting audio from a video file on an iPhone without the need for additional apps. The user is guided to use the 'Shortcuts' app, which is pre-installed on iPhones. The steps include opening the 'Shortcuts' app, creating a new shortcut named 'Video to Audio', configuring it to receive media input, and setting up actions to encode the media to audio-only format (preferably AIFF for better quality), and finally saving the file. The shortcut is then accessible from the share sheet of any media file, allowing the user to quickly convert and save the audio. The resulting audio file can be found in the 'Files' app and can be shared via email, text, or Airdrop.

Keywords

Shortcuts app

The Shortcuts app is an Apple application that comes pre-installed on iPhones. It allows users to create automated workflows for various tasks without the need for third-party apps. In the context of the video, it is used to create a shortcut for converting video files to audio files, demonstrating its utility in file conversion tasks.

Extract audio

Extracting audio refers to the process of separating the audio track from a video file, creating a standalone audio file. This is the main goal of the shortcut being created in the video, which shows how to use the Shortcuts app to achieve this without additional software.

Encode

Encoding in the context of the video means converting the video file into a different format, specifically an audio-only format. The term is used when the shortcut is set up to process the media file and extract the audio track, which is then encoded into a chosen audio format like AIFF.

AIFF format

AIFF, which stands for Audio Interchange File Format, is a high-quality audio file format that is used for storing high-quality audio data. In the video, it is chosen as the output format for the audio file to ensure better audio quality when converting from a video file.

Share sheet

The share sheet is a feature on iOS devices that allows users to quickly share content with others or perform actions on it, such as saving to the Files app or sending via email. In the video, the share sheet is used to access the newly created shortcut for converting a video to an audio file.

Files app

The Files app is a native iOS application that manages and organizes files on the iPhone. It is used in the video to locate and manage the audio file that was created by the shortcut. It serves as a central repository for all files on the device, including those that have been converted from videos.

Media input

Media input in the context of the shortcut refers to the source material that the shortcut will process, which in this case is a video file. The video demonstrates how to configure the shortcut to receive media input from the share sheet, which is then used to extract the audio.

Save and file

The 'save and file' action within the shortcut is used to specify where and how the converted audio file should be saved. It is an essential part of the shortcut's workflow, ensuring that the extracted audio is stored in a location accessible to the user, such as the Files app.

Airdrop

Airdrop is an iOS feature that allows users to wirelessly transfer files between nearby Apple devices. In the video, it is mentioned as one of the sharing options for the converted audio file, highlighting the ease with which users can share their files with others.

Step-by-step instructions

The phrase 'step-by-step instructions' refers to a detailed guide provided in the video description to help users who may encounter difficulties while following the process. It is a common practice in tutorial videos to offer written guidance to complement the visual demonstration.

Receiving

In the context of the shortcut setup, 'receiving' refers to the action of the shortcut accepting input, which is the video file in this case. The video explains how to configure the shortcut to receive media from the share sheet, which is the first step in the conversion process.

Highlights

Extract audio from video on iPhone without additional apps using the built-in Shortcuts app.

Download the Shortcuts app from the Apple Store if it's not already installed.

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

Rename your new shortcut to 'Video to Audio' for easy identification.

Enable 'Show in Share Sheet' to use the shortcut from the iPhone's share menu.

Configure the shortcut to receive media only, setting it to accept media files.

Add an 'Encode Media' action to the shortcut to extract audio from the video.

Set the output of the encode action to 'Audio Only'.

Select AIFF as the audio format for high-quality sound output.

Add a 'Save File' action to store the extracted audio in your desired location.

Run the shortcut by selecting it from the share sheet after choosing a video file.

Choose where to save the extracted audio file when prompted.

Access the saved audio file through the Files app on your iPhone.

Share the extracted audio via email, text, or Airdrop using iOS sharing options.

Follow step-by-step instructions in the video description for guidance if needed.