AnyDesk saves recordings using a lightweight, proprietary script-based format rather than a standard video codec.
Alternatively, you can right-click the .anydesk file, select , and choose AnyDesk from the list of applications.
Open your recording software and select the AnyDesk window (or the full screen). Press on your capture software. Press Play on the AnyDesk session.
– AnyDesk v8.1+ added an experimental feature: during recording setup, choose “Auto-convert to MP4 after session.” Enable it in Settings → Recording → “Convert to MP4 on stop.” convert anydesk video to mp4 upd
Click in OBS, press play on your AnyDesk video, and hit Stop Recording when the video finishes. Option B: Using Windows Game Bar or macOS Screenshot Tool
Ensure that during the original AnyDesk session, you had "Transmit audio output" enabled. If the original recording did not capture audio, the exported MP4 will be silent. There is no way to recover audio that was never recorded.
Consequently, . But don't worry, as there are straightforward, practical solutions available. Press on your capture software
: If you need to trim the beginning or end of your new MP4, you can use free tools like Adobe Express Video Converter or HandBrake . Why can't I just use a converter?
Before we dive into the conversion process, let's quickly discuss why converting AnyDesk video to MP4 is a good idea:
Click Convert . A progress bar will show the rendering status. Once finished, your new MP4 file will be saved in the designated output folder. Method 2: Convert Using VLC Media Player Option B: Using Windows Game Bar or macOS
Before jumping into the “how,” let’s clarify the “why.” The .anydesk format is a container that bundles video, audio (if recorded), and session metadata. It is efficient for streaming during playback in AnyDesk but useless elsewhere.
As of April 2026, still officially uses its proprietary format for session recordings, and the software does not include a built-in "Export to MP4" feature. Because these files are encoded with a specific codec for low-latency playback, they are generally only playable within the AnyDesk client. AnyDesk Help Center Recommended Workarounds
Since a direct anydesk to mp4 conversion isn't possible, we need to use the following workarounds: