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AI video tools typically output in common codecs like H.264 (MP4) or H.265 (HEVC). H.264 offers broad compatibility with virtually all editing software and platforms. H.265 provides better compression (smaller files at the same quality) but has less universal support. For production workflows, the output codec matters for editing compatibility (your NLE needs to support it), delivery requirements (platforms have codec preferences), and storage efficiency (especially for high-volume generation). Some tools offer codec selection through their API, while web interfaces typically output in a fixed format.
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