MPG (MPEG-1/2) is the classic DVD-era video format, still found in older archives.
MPG plays in most desktop players; convert to MP4 for modern devices.
Clips that play on every platform.
Footage in production pipelines.
Embedded and hosted playback.
| ✔ Strengths | ✖ Limitations |
|---|---|
| Purpose-built for its niche | No transparency support |
| Limited support — may need converting |
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MPG (MPEG-1/2) is the classic DVD-era video format, still found in older archives.
MPG plays in most desktop players; convert to MP4 for modern devices.
MPG is optimised for its specific use rather than strictly lossless storage.
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No — MPG doesn't store transparency; convert to PNG or WEBP if you need it.