How to Save MP4 Files on an iPhone

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Last Updated: August 27, 2018

MP4 files are a type of video file. This is a fairly common file type that is commonly used to store videos, put can also be used to store subtitles, and even pictures. If you are looking to put MP4 files on your iPhone, then this wikiHow will teach you how.

Method 1

Method 1 of 2:
Transferring from Camera or USB Storage to Desktop

1
Upload the MP4 file to your computer. Connect the camera or storage device that contains the MP4 file to a USB port on your computer.
2
Open iTunes. It's an app containing a music note on a white background.

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3
Click on File. It's on the menu bar in the upper-left corner of the screen.
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Click on Add to Library. It's in the second section of the drop-down menu.
5
Click on your camera or USB device. It should be listed on the left side of the dialog box under "Devices."
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Click on your MP4. Select the file you want to save to your iPhone.
- An MP4 file will typically have the file extension ".mp4" after its filename.
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Click Open. It's in the lower-right corner of the dialog box. Now the selected video will be uploaded to your iTunes library.

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Method 2

Method 2 of 2:
Transferring from Desktop to iPhone

1
Connect your iPhone to your computer. Use the USB cable that came with your iPhone.
- If iTunes is not open or doesn't open automatically when you connect your device, open it.
2
Click on Library. It's in the top-center of the iTunes window.
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Click on the drop-down menu. It's in the upper-left corner of the screen, above the gray pane, and probably reads "Music."
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Click on Movies. It's near the top of the drop-down menu.
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Click on Home Videos. It's on top-left side of the screen under "Library."
- Videos, movies, and TV shows that are not purchased from the iTunes stores are categorized as "Home Videos" by iTunes.
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Click on your MP4 file. It will appear in the right pane of the window.
- You may need to scroll down to find your video.
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Drag your video to your iPhone. Drag the MP4 to your iPhone's icon on the left side of the window, under "Devices." Once the sync is finished, your MP4 file will be saved on your iPhone.
- Go to the Home Videos section of your TV app's Library to play the MP4 file on your iPhone.
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