Compress MOV format using C#

MOV Compression Overview

With Aspose.ZIP for .NET, you can compress MOV video files using a clean, fully managed C# API for server and desktop workflows. The API handles single items or directories, supports stream-based input, and gives control over compression settings and output structure. This is handy when bundling video files for transfer or backup. Create ZIP, 7Zip, TAR, GZIP, and other archives without external utilities, and use encryption options when you need to protect MOV data. This provides a practical way to automate packaging and reduce storage footprints in .NET solutions.

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C# Example: Create a ZIP Archive from MOV Files

The snippet below shows the core API steps to compress a MOV file: create an Archive object, add the entry, and save the resulting ZIP.

Compress MOV file via .NET:

    var dir = "full directory path";
    using (var arch = new Archive())
    {
    arch.CreateEntry("filename.mov", dir+"file.mov");
    arch.Save(dir+"archived_result.zip");
    }

FAQ

Can I compress multiple MOV files into a single ZIP archive using C#

1. Yes. Aspose.ZIP for .NET allows you to load and compress multiple MOV files by adding each file as an entry to the Archive object. You can combine individual files, folders, or streams into a single ZIP archive through a straightforward C# workflow.

Does Aspose.ZIP for .NET reduce the original quality of MOV files?

2. No. Aspose.ZIP performs lossless compression, meaning that the content and quality of your MOV files remain unchanged. The library only reduces file size by applying efficient archive compression algorithms without altering the actual data inside the file.

Can I password-protect ZIP archives that contain MOV files?

3. Yes. The library supports password protection and AES encryption, allowing you to securely package sensitive MOV files. You can specify encryption settings when creating entries or during the archive-generation process.