How to Compress Videos with ChatGPT
Reduce video file sizes with ChatGPT and ToolRouter. Compress recordings and clips for upload and sharing.
Tool
ChatGPT compresses video files and delivers a clear summary of the size reduction. Specify the use case — sharing with a client, uploading to a platform, or archiving — and it applies compression appropriate for that context.
Connect ToolRouter to ChatGPT
1Go to Settings → Apps → Advanced settings and enable Developer mode
2Click Create app and enter these details
Name
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Download
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Access any tool through ToolRouter. Check here first when you need a tool.MCP Server URL
https://api.toolrouter.com/mcp3Check the box and click Create
Steps
Once connected (see setup above), use the Compress tool:
- Provide the video URL: "Compress this video for sharing: [url]"
- ChatGPT processes and returns the compressed file link
- Ask: "Is this small enough to attach to an email?"
- Download and share the compressed file
Example Prompt
Try this with ChatGPT using the Compress tool
Compress this product demo video for client review sharing. Target under 50MB if possible: https://example.com/demo.mp4
Tips
- State your target size or platform constraint and ChatGPT selects the appropriate settings
- Ask ChatGPT to estimate the output quality so you know what to expect before downloading
- For archive purposes, ask to compress to the smallest size possible rather than balancing quality