Description:
Matroska media files manipulation tools
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Type: Formula
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Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: Multimedia
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Tags:
video
matroska
multimedia
muxing
cli
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Install:
brew install mkvtoolnix
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About:
MKVToolNix is a comprehensive set of tools to create, alter, and inspect Matroska (MKV) media files. It allows users to multiplex video, audio, and subtitle tracks into a single container, split files, or extract tracks without re-encoding. Its core utility lies in its powerful command-line utility 'mkvmerge', which provides precise control over metadata and container structure.
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Key Features:
- mkvmerge for multiplexing and combining media streams
- mkvextract for extracting tracks from MKV containers
- mkvinfo for analyzing file structure and codec details
- mkvpropedit for editing metadata without remuxing
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Use Cases:
- Combining high-quality video and audio tracks into a single MKV file
- Adding or removing subtitle tracks from existing video files
- Fixing or updating metadata tags on media files
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Alternatives:
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FFmpeg
– FFmpeg is a broader multimedia framework, while MKVToolNix specializes specifically in the Matroska container format with more granular control.
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