Xilisoft Online Video Converter provides powerful functions for users to view, download and convert online videos. With this program, you can freely download your favorite videos and convert to your mobile devices or players for playback. The following post share you the detailed steps on how to use Xilisoft Online Video Converter.

Step 1: Start

Download, install and launch Xilisoft Online Video Converter.

Step 2: Log On Online Video Site

Click the corresponding logo of online video site to log on the homepage. You can also select a site from the dropdown list on the right toolbar.

Step 3: Play and Watch Online Video in the Built-in Web Browser

Click the video thumbnail to open the web page in the built-in web browser and watch the video online.

Step 4: Select a Profile for the Downloading Online Video

Select the format of the profile under the right corner of the application, Xilisoft Online Video Converter will convert the online video to the format you selected automatically after the downloading task is done.

Step 5: Start Downloading Online Videos

Click the "Download" button on the toolbar of built-in web browser to start downloading your favorite online videos.

Tips:

Check the status of downloading or downloaded tasks in "Downloading"/"Downloaded" tab on the left panel.

Step 6: Convert the Downloaded Online Video Immediately

After the online video is downloaded, the application will start converting it to the presetted format automatically. You can check the converting status under "Converting" tab.

How to Start a Downloading Task Quickly?

1. Click the "New Download" button and enter the URL of the video to start a new downloading task.

You can also click "File" button in the main menu and select "New Download" option. Enter the URL of video to initiate a new downloading task.

Tips:

Manual mode and auto mode are available after initiating a new downloading task. You can set the downloading mode in Tools=>Settings=>Tasks=>Start Type.

In Manual mode, you have to start the downloading tasks manually in tasks list under "Downloading" tab.

How to Convert Local FLV/MP4 Videos?

1. Click "New Convert" button on the main interface to add local FLV/MP4 format video.

2. Select the format of outputted profile under the right corner of the application and then click "Start All" button to start converting.

How to Download and Convert High Definition Online Videos?

You can download and convert High Definition online videos from online video sites. Just browse the online video page and select 1080P or 720P on the dropdown list of resolutions.