Drag and drop your HDR file (usually 10-bit HEVC) into the window. 2. Choose a Starting Preset Go to the menu. Select Hardware Encoding if you have a fast GPU. Otherwise, choose General -> Fast 1080p30 .

What is your ? (Mac, Windows, or specialized GPU?)

Converting HDR (High Dynamic Range) video to SDR (Standard Dynamic Range) is essential if you want your 4K movies to look vibrant on older displays. Without proper conversion, HDR content looks "washed out" or grey when played on standard screens.

HDR video contains significantly more color and brightness data than standard screens can handle.

Always use the Preview button to watch a 30-second clip. This ensures the colors don't look too dark or overly saturated. ⚠️ Common Troubleshooting

Ensure the "Tone Mapping" checkbox is ticked (usually set to Default or Reinhart ). 4. Audio and Subtitles Audio: Use Auto Passthru to keep original quality.

Use an RF value between 18 and 22 . Lower numbers mean higher quality but larger files.

This process "shrinks" HDR colors into the SDR spectrum. 🚀 How to Convert HDR to SDR in HandBrake

SDR files are often easier to compress and stream.

What is the ? (iPad, old Plasma TV, or Plex Media Server?) Is the source Dolby Vision or standard HDR10 ?