Media Encoder !!link!! May 2026

| Setting | What It Does | Recommendation | |---------|--------------|----------------| | | Container (MP4, MOV, MXF) | MP4 for web, MOV for ProRes | | Width/Height | Output resolution | Match source unless you need 720p for mobile | | Frame Rate | Frames per second | Match source (e.g., 23.976, 29.97) | | Bitrate Encoding | CBR (constant) vs VBR (variable) | VBR, 2-pass for best quality/file size | | Target Bitrate | Average data rate (Mbps) | 1080p → 8-12 Mbps; 4K → 35-45 Mbps | | Maximum Bitrate | Peak data rate | Set 1.5–2x target bitrate |

Always use Match Source – Adaptive High Bitrate when unsure. It maintains original frame size/frame rate. 5. Critical Export Settings to Understand When you double-click a preset or click the preset name in queue → Export Settings window: media encoder