How to Convert WMV to AVI with Top 3 Converters

May 15, 2020Andrew Miller

Though WMV is the most widely used format for storing media files developed by Microsoft, it is less common than another one Microsoft creation, AVI. AVI can be accepted by Windows, Mac, Linux, and web browsers.

What's worse, some WMV files are protected and stop users from playing on other players without authorization.

Converting WMV to AVI can seem overwhelming.

That's what we shall share, 3 WMV to AVI converters to change WMV to AVI on computer.

Part 1. How to Convert WMV to AVI on Desktop (Easiest Way)
Part 2. How to Convert WMV to AVI Online (Without Downloading Software)
Part 3. How to Convert WMV to AVI on Windows
Part 4. FAQs of Converting WMV to AVI

Part 1. How to Convert WMV to AVI on Desktop (Easiest Way)

Unlike M4A and M4R, where you just need to change the file extension to make the file conversion. For converting WMV to AVI, you will need the converter.

Aiseesoft Video Converter Ultimate is the reputed video converter for WMV, AVI, MP4, MOV, MKV, MTS, M2TS, FLV, WebM, etc. Not only working as the video converter, this software can be the video editor and compressor.

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Convert WMV to AVI with DivX, XviD, H.264, MJPEG, MSMPEGV3, etc.
Edit AVI files like rotate, trim, crop, watermark, filter, subtitle, audio track, etc.
Compress AVI files and edit the AVI metadata information before conversion.
Convert 3D AVI files and DVD disc to play on your devices.

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Step 1.

Import WMV files to the WMV to AVI converter
Directly drag-and-drop your WMV files into the converter or click the big plus button in the middle of the program's main interface to load WMV files. Batch conversion is supported and you can add multiple WMV files into this converter.

Step 2.

Select output format AVI.
Click the drop-down arrow from the Target box, select the Video tab, choose AVI format with the resolution you need for every WMV file respectively.

If you want to output the AVI files in the same resolution and codec, just select AVI from the drop-down list of Convert All to: at the right corner.

Step 3.

Start WMV to AVI conversion
Once you're ready, click on the Convert All button at the bottom-right corner and the converter will start the conversion. While it is done, you will see the success mark and click Open output folder to find the converted AVI files on your computer.

Step 4.

Edit WMV video files before conversion (optional)
This software can be the AVI video editor to edit the WMV files before conversion. Just click the edit icon under the video thumbnail, you'll be able to trim, rotate, crop, add filters, watermark your video files, and do other editing operations.

The only drawback of this software is the free trial version will only convert 5 minutes of the video file or the half of 5 minutes if the WMV file is over 5 minutes.

Part 2. How to Convert WMV to AVI Online (Without Downloading Software)

Free online WMV to AVI converter will be the necessary tools you will get. Aiseesoft Free Video Converter is the free WMV to AVI conversion software online. Without sign-up or time length, nor file size limit, it can be regarded as the best online converter companion.

Step 1.

Go to visit the free online WMV to AVI converter. Click Add Files to Convert button and you are prompted to install the converter launcher.

Step 2.

After the successful installation, a pop-up window appears and you need to select the WMV files you wish to convert.

Step 3.

Select the checkbox of AVI and click Convert and a pop-up window show, where you select the destination to save the converted AVI files.

After that, this software will start converting WMV to AVI immediately.

You do not need to click any download button, because this free online tool downloads the converted AVI files after the successful conversion.

The disadvantage of this free online converter is it does not support 4K conversion, but it can handle all the WMV to AVI conversion.

Part 3. How to Convert WMV to AVI on Windows

As mentioned above, some WMV files are protected and you cannot play it on other players. When you want to convert WMV files to AVI videos, the common converter is not working.

Aiseesoft Screen Recorder is the video capture software. It can record any video and audio from computer desktop, browser and webcam. When you play the WMV files on your computer, this software will capture the whole video and save AVI on your computer.

Step 1.

Free download WMV to AVI capture software
Free download this video recorder on your computer, install and run it immediately.
Initiate the window, and select Video Recorder.

Step 2.

Personalize recording settings
Here, you need to select the recording area by click Full or Custom.
Full is for recording the whole screen when you play the WMV files in full screen.
Custom will give you more controls to customize the recording region or window, when you play the WMV files in non-full screen.
Moreover, do not forget to toggle on the System Sound and turn off Microphone to save the audio from the WMV files only.

After that, you need to select the settings icon above the microphone image, where you need to select the output format as AVI. Besides, other settings like hotkeys, mouse, etc., can be customized as you wish.

Step 3.

Save WMV as AVI
While all settings are made well, click REC button once you play the WMV videos on your computer.
While recording, you can use the editing tools to draw a line, add the text, etc.
Click the stop button to stop the recording and you can preview the recorded video, and click Save to export the WMV file as AVI. Moreover, you can also use the clip feature to cut down the unwanted parts of the video.

Part 4. FAQs of Converting WMV to AVI

Which is better AVI or WMV?

Both AVI and WMV are the file type developed by Microsoft. They both can hold videos an audio. Compared with WMV, AVI files can be playback on more platforms like Windows, Mac, Linux, web browsers. Moreover, WMV is adopted by some companies that sell digital video and audio online. Which one is better? It all depends on how you use it.

How do I convert WMV to AVI with VLC?

For converting WMV to AVI with VLC, you need to run VLC and click Convert / Save under the drop-down option of Media. Then click the Add option to import the WMV files, select Convert at the bottom. After that, select AVI from Profile and click Start to convert WMV to AVI in VLC.

Can HandBrake convert to AVI?

Yes, HandBrake can add the unprotected WMV files and convert them into AVI files on your computer.

Conclusion

To convert WMV to AVI for more players is easy via the top 3 converters in this post. If you only want to convert WMV to AVI without downloading any software, the free online video converter software is OK for you. If you want to convert the WMV to AVI with the editing features, Aiseesoft Video Converter Ultimate will be the perfect option. If you want to save WMV files as AVI videos, then the screen recorder will be the best solution.