John Holguin
Do you have an MP4 video that you want to put into your iPhone camera roll? Having your favorite videos in your camera roll can make it easier to access and share them with others. While iPhones have a built-in camera app, it may not support all video formats, including MP4. However, don’t worry, as there are simple and effective ways to put the MP4 videos into your iPhone camera roll.
If you’re wondering how to accomplish this task, there are a few methods you can try. One method involves using third-party apps that support video transfers between your computer and iPhone. Alternatively, you can also use iTunes to import the MP4 video into your camera roll. Both methods are straightforward and can be done quickly, even if you’re not a tech-savvy person.
Before you proceed, it’s essential to ensure that your iPhone is running on the latest iOS version. This will help avoid any compatibility issues that may arise during the transfer process. Additionally, make sure you have enough available storage on your iPhone to accommodate the MP4 video file. Once you have everything in order, you can follow the step-by-step instructions to successfully put the MP4 video into your iPhone camera roll.
By following these methods, you can easily add your MP4 videos to your iPhone camera roll and enjoy watching them anytime, anywhere. Whether you want to share a funny video with your friends or have quick access to your favorite movie, having the MP4 in your camera roll will make it convenient and hassle-free. So, go ahead and try these methods to enhance your iPhone experience!
Guide to Put mp4 into iPhone Camera Roll
If you want to add an mp4 video to your iPhone Camera Roll so you can easily access and watch it later, follow these simple steps:
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Connect your iPhone to your computer using a USB cable. |
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Open iTunes on your computer and select your iPhone from the device menu. |
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Click on the “File” menu in iTunes and select “Add File to Library” or “Add Folder to Library” depending on whether you have a single mp4 file or a folder containing multiple mp4 files. |
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Navigate to the location of your mp4 file(s) on your computer and select them. Click the “Open” button to add the mp4 file(s) to your iTunes library. |
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Once the mp4 file(s) are added to your iTunes library, click on your “iPhone” from the device menu. |
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Go to the “Movies” tab in the main window and make sure the “Sync Movies” option is checked. You can choose to sync all movies or select specific mp4 files to sync. |
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Click the “Apply” or “Sync” button to start transferring the mp4 file(s) to your iPhone Camera Roll. |
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Once the sync process is complete, disconnect your iPhone from the computer. |
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Open the “Photos” app on your iPhone and navigate to the “Albums” tab. You should see a new album called “Videos” or “Movies”. |
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Tap on the “Videos” or “Movies” album to access and view the mp4 file(s) that you added to your iPhone Camera Roll. |
Following these steps will allow you to easily add mp4 videos to your iPhone Camera Roll and enjoy them whenever you want.
Step 1: Connect Your iPhone to Computer
Before you can start transferring the MP4 file to your iPhone camera roll, you need to connect your iPhone to your computer. This can be done using a USB cable that came with your iPhone. Here’s how:
1. Plug one end of the USB cable into your iPhone
Locate the charging port on your iPhone, usually found on the bottom edge of the device. Take the USB cable and insert the smaller end of it into the charging port.
2. Plug the other end of the USB cable into your computer
Take the larger end of the USB cable and insert it into a USB port on your computer. Make sure you have a working USB port available.
Once you have connected your iPhone to your computer, you can proceed to the next step of transferring the MP4 file to your iPhone camera roll.
Step 2: Launch iTunes on Your Computer
Once you have your MP4 file ready and your computer connected to the internet, it’s time to open iTunes on your computer. If you don’t have iTunes installed, you can download and install it from the Apple website.
If you already have iTunes installed, double-click on the iTunes icon to open the application. It typically has a red and white musical note icon.
Once iTunes is open, make sure your iPhone is connected to your computer via a USB cable. iTunes should detect your device automatically and display its icon in the top left corner of the window.
If you don’t see the iPhone icon, make sure your device is unlocked and try reconnecting it to your computer. If you still can’t see the icon, you may need to troubleshoot the connection or consult the Apple support website for further assistance.
Step 3: Add MP4 File to iTunes Library
Once you have converted the video to the required MP4 format, the next step is to add it to your iTunes library. Follow the instructions below to learn how to do this:
Method 1: Drag and Drop
The easiest way to add the MP4 file to iTunes is by using the drag and drop method. Simply open iTunes and navigate to the “Library” section.
Next, locate the MP4 file on your computer and drag it into the iTunes window. You should see a green plus icon appear, indicating that the file is being added to your library.
Once the file is successfully added, you can find it in the “Movies” or “TV Shows” section of your iTunes library.
Method 2: File Menu
If you prefer using the menus in iTunes, you can also add the MP4 file by following these steps:
1. Open iTunes and click on “File” in the top menu bar.
2. From the drop-down menu, select “Add File to Library” or “Add Folder to Library” if you want to add multiple MP4 files from a folder.
3. Locate the MP4 file on your computer and select it. Then click “Open” to add it to your iTunes library.
The file will now be added to your iTunes library and can be accessed from the appropriate section.
By following these simple steps, you can easily add an MP4 file to your iTunes library, making it available to sync and transfer to your iPhone camera roll.
Step 4: Sync Your iPhone with iTunes
Once you have converted the MP4 video to a compatible format and saved it to your computer, the next step is to sync it with your iPhone using iTunes. Follow the steps below to complete the process:
- Connect your iPhone to your computer using the USB cable.
- Launch iTunes on your computer, if it doesn’t open automatically.
- Click on the device icon in the top left corner of the iTunes window.
- Select “Movies” or “TV Shows” from the sidebar, depending on the content of the MP4 file.
- Drag and drop the converted MP4 file from your computer into the iTunes window.
- Click on your iPhone icon again to go to the device’s settings.
- Go to the “Movies” or “TV Shows” tab.
- Check the box next to the converted MP4 file.
- Click on the “Apply” or “Sync” button to start the syncing process.
- Wait for the sync to complete. The duration will depend on the size of the file.
After the syncing process is finished, you can safely disconnect your iPhone from the computer. The MP4 video should now be available in your iPhone’s Camera Roll or Videos app, depending on the file’s category.
Note: If you encounter any issues during the syncing process, make sure that iTunes is up to date and that your iPhone has the latest software version. You can also try restarting both your computer and iPhone, and then attempt the syncing process again.
Step 5: Open the Photos App on Your iPhone
After successfully transferring the MP4 file to your iPhone, it’s time to open the Photos app. This app is pre-installed on every iPhone and allows you to view and organize all your photos and videos.
Here’s how you can open the Photos app:
| 1. | Locate the Photos app icon on your iPhone’s home screen. The icon resembles a multi-colored flower. |
| 2. | Tap on the Photos app icon to launch the app. |
| 3. | You will now see different tabs at the bottom of the screen, such as Photos, For You, Albums, and Search. |
| 4. | To find the MP4 video you transferred, tap on the “Albums” tab located at the bottom right corner of the screen. |
| 5. | Within the Albums tab, scroll down until you find the “Recents” album. Tap on it to open. |
| 6. | Inside the “Recents” album, you should now be able to see the transferred MP4 video. Tap on it to play or further organize it. |
By following these steps, you have successfully opened the Photos app on your iPhone and located the MP4 video in your camera roll. You can now enjoy watching or sharing the video with your friends and family!
Step 6: Select Albums
Once you have opened the Photos app on your iPhone, you will see several tab options at the bottom of the screen. Tap on the “Albums” tab, which is located second from the right.
In the Albums tab, you will find different categories of albums including the “Camera Roll” album, which contains all the photos and videos you have taken with your iPhone’s camera. Tap on the “Camera Roll” album to access the videos and photos stored in it.
If you have created additional albums or folders to organize your media files, you can tap on those albums to access the videos and photos stored in them. Simply browse through the list of albums and tap on the desired album.
Once you have selected the desired album, you will be able to view all the videos and photos stored in it.
Note: If you don’t see the video you added in the previous steps, make sure to check the “Recently Added” album as well, as newly added media files may appear there first.
Step 7: Select Camera Roll
After you have successfully imported the MP4 video into iTunes, it’s time to transfer it to your iPhone’s Camera Roll. Here’s how:
- Launch the Photos app on your iPhone. It’s an app with a multicolored flower icon.
- Tap on the “Albums” tab at the bottom of the screen.
- Scroll down until you find the “Camera Roll” album and tap on it.
- Once inside the Camera Roll, tap on the “+” button at the top of the screen. This will open up the options to add new photos or videos.
- From the options that appear, select “Video”.
- In the “Media Types” section, tap on “Videos” to filter the list.
- Locate the MP4 video you imported in iTunes and tap on it to select it.
- Finally, tap on the “Add” button in the top right corner of the screen to add the MP4 video to your iPhone’s Camera Roll.
Once the video is added, you can find it in your iPhone’s Camera Roll and access it anytime you want.
Step 8: Tap the “+” Button
Once you have launched the Photos app on your iPhone, navigate to the bottom menu and locate the “+” (add) button. It is usually placed at the center of the menu and represented by a square with a plus sign inside.
By tapping the “+” button, you will be able to add new photos or videos to your camera roll.
After tapping the “+” button, you will be presented with various options to add media to your camera roll, such as taking a new photo or video, choosing from your photo library, or importing media from other apps.
Here’s how to add the mp4 video to your camera roll:
- Tap on “Choose from Library” or a similar option listed.
- Navigate to the location where you have saved the mp4 video.
- Select the video by tapping on it.
- Confirm your selection by tapping on the “Add” or similar button.
Once you have followed these steps, the mp4 video will be added to your iPhone’s camera roll and will be accessible through the Photos app.
Note: The time taken to import the video may vary depending on the size and duration of the mp4 file.
Step 9: Choose the mp4 File to Add
Now that you have connected your iPhone to your computer and opened iTunes, it’s time to select and add the mp4 file to your iPhone camera roll. Follow these steps:
- Inside the iTunes window, click on the “Device” icon located at the top left corner of the screen. This will display your connected iPhone.
- Click on the “File Sharing” option from the left sidebar.
- Scroll down to find the “Apps” section and click on the “Photos” app.
- In the right-hand panel, you will see the “File Sharing” section for the Photos app. Click on it.
- Now, click on the “Add File…” button located at the bottom right corner.
- A window will open, allowing you to browse your computer for the desired mp4 file. Locate and select the mp4 file you want to add to your iPhone camera roll.
- Finally, click on the “Open” button to initiate the file transfer process.
- You will see a progress bar indicating the status of the file transfer. Wait for the transfer to complete.
- Once the transfer is finished, you can safely disconnect your iPhone from the computer.
Now, you have successfully added the mp4 file to your iPhone camera roll. You can open the Camera app on your iPhone to access and view the mp4 file.
Step 10: Tap “Done” to Save the mp4 File in Camera Roll
Once you have selected the desired options for your mp4 file, such as trimming or adding filters, tap the “Done” button located in the top right corner of the screen. This will initiate the saving process and add the mp4 file to your iPhone’s Camera Roll.
The duration of the saving process may vary depending on the size of the mp4 file and the processing power of your iPhone. Please be patient and refrain from exiting the application while the mp4 file is being saved.
After the saving process is complete, you can access your mp4 file in the Camera Roll of your iPhone. Open the Photos app and navigate to the “Albums” tab. From there, select the “Camera Roll” album to view the saved mp4 file.
Note: If you have enabled the option to automatically upload your Camera Roll to iCloud, the mp4 file will also be available on your other Apple devices linked to the same iCloud account.
Now that you have successfully saved the mp4 file in the Camera Roll, you can easily share it with your friends and family, or use it for editing purposes using other iPhone applications.
FAQ
How can I save an mp4 video file into the camera roll on my iPhone?
To save an mp4 video file into the camera roll on your iPhone, you can use several methods. One way is to connect your iPhone to your computer and use iTunes to transfer the video file to your device. Another option is to use a file management app, like Documents by Readdle, to download the mp4 file from the internet and move it to your camera roll. Additionally, you can also use cloud storage services, such as Google Drive or Dropbox, to upload the mp4 file and then download it to your iPhone’s camera roll.
I have downloaded an mp4 file on my iPhone, but how can I move it to the camera roll?
If you have downloaded an mp4 file on your iPhone and want to move it to the camera roll, you can do so by using a file management app, like Documents by Readdle. Open the app and locate the downloaded mp4 file. Tap and hold on the file to bring up the options menu, and then select “Move”. Choose the camera roll as the destination folder, and the mp4 file will be moved to your iPhone’s camera roll.
Is there an easier way to transfer an mp4 video to the camera roll on my iPhone?
Yes, there is an easier way to transfer an mp4 video to the camera roll on your iPhone. You can use a dedicated app, like WALTR, which allows you to wirelessly transfer media files from your computer to your iPhone’s camera roll. Simply install the app on your computer, connect your iPhone to the same Wi-Fi network, and drag and drop the mp4 video file into the WALTR app. The mp4 file will be automatically transferred to your iPhone’s camera roll without the need for iTunes or any additional steps.
