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transcode

/trænskoud/ verb · British & US
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What does transcode mean?

verb

To convert (data, a file, or a format) into a different format, especially one that is more suitable for a particular device or system. This process involves decoding and re-encoding the data to ensure compatibility.

Example

"The video editing software allowed users to transcode their footage into a format compatible with the new smartphone."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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