Selecting a preset
A Preset
is a group of settings specifically tailored for the software or device you want your videos to play on. Selecting a Preset
can go a long way toward ensuring your video works where you want it to.
Official presets
HandBrake includes a number of official Presets
for specific devices and for general use.
Once you’ve opened a Source
, select the Preset
that most closely describes the device you want your videos to work on. For instance, if you want to play your videos on a Roku that supports 1080p High Definition, choose the Roku 1080p30 Surround
preset under Devices
. See the technical documentation for more information about official presets.
If your device is not listed, or you wish to play your videos on a computer, the default Fast 1080p30
preset is a good choice. It’s fast and compatible across a wide range of software and devices.
Custom presets
If you’ve previously saved one of your own Presets
, you may select it in the same way as the official Presets
.
You can learn more about Custom presets in the advanced features section.
Next steps
Continue to Adjusting quality.