Xilisoft Online Video Converter

Note: This software solution is no longer available for purchase but users can still download it from Softpedia and use it with its specific limitations.

Being able to store videos on your PC usually translates into faster access to them, though it is not always easy to copy them to the computer, especially when these videos reside on various websites out there, such as YouTube, Metacafe, and others.

There are various tools that can help you in those situations when you want to download a video and convert it to a format that can be rendered in various players, and Xilisoft Online Video Converter is one of them.

The application comes with a simple, straightforward interface that makes it easy to use even when you do not posses advanced computer skills.

To get started, you need use the built-in browser to find the videos you want to download, and then simply click on the “New Download” button.

The tool provides you with the possibility to select a folder where the video should be saved, while also allowing you to opt in for the video to be converted to a specific format after being downloaded. You can save the converted file to the download directory or to a different folder , according to your needs.

The tool allows you to easily keep an eye on the status of your downloads and conversions, directly from the main window. The left-side panel offers you the possibility to easily switch between the list of downloading and converting items, and also to have a look at finished tasks.

As soon as a video has been downloaded, you can choose to play it in a compatible application, directly from this tool. For that, you need to right-click on an item, and to select the “Play Output File” option from the menu.

The tool performs quite fast, although it sometimes has issues when it comes to downloading videos or converting them to the new format.

In conclusion, Xilisoft Online Video Converter is an intuitive, straightforward application that provides users with the possibility to easily download and convert online videos, so as to save them on their PCs for fast access.