Download ShrinkIt 1.9.4 (Mac) – Download Free

There are tons of video editing and compression applications out there, and while some are pretty simple, they usually require at least some basic knowledge of the encoding process.

shrink it It is suitable for users who know nothing about video editing or just want to reduce the file size as quickly as possible and don’t care much about the output quality. The app works through drag and drop and only requires you to choose a quality preset before processing the clip.

As easy as video compression

Naturally, anyone concerned with fine-tuning output quality should look elsewhere. ShrinkIt is designed for those who just want to make files small enough for a specific purpose, definitely not for professionals.

Once the main window opens, you only need to place one video (or several if you upgrade to the pro version) after selecting the desired video and audio presets. Processing will start immediately and the compressed file will be found in the output folder.

Use presets to resize and compress videos

If you go to the settings tab, you also have the option to reduce the size of the video, which is a good idea if the compression doesn’t make the file size small enough without reducing the bitrate to unacceptable levels. Even with this setting, you choose a percentage instead of the actual resolution for simplicity.

Compression is likewise handled through intuitively named presets, from lowest to highest. It may take trial and error until you get the correct file size and quality. You also have the option to delete audio tracks in the pro version to reduce extra file size.

Great if you’re looking for ultimate simplicity

Hands-on users already have a plethora of apps for their needs. ShrinkIt is for anyone who wants to reduce video file size as fast as possible without knowing anything about compression. It gets the job done, and the free version should be a better fit for most users.