SWF to GXF - Online Video Converter
Convert SWF to GXF online. Private, client-side - no uploadrequired. Batch conversion, quality presets, codec control.
About SWF to GXF
Convert SWF to GXF. SWF is Adobe's interactive Flash format mixing vector animation with video. GXF is the Grass Valley server format for broadcast playout. Server metadata drops on export; the picture and sound carry over..
Why convert SWF to GXF?
- Smaller files with GXF lossy compression.
- Keep animation and transparency where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
SWF vs GXF
| Animation | Yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|
| Transparency | No | No |
| Compression | lossy | lossy |
| Typical use | SWF is Adobe's interactive Flash format mixing vector animation with video. | GXF is the Grass Valley server format for broadcast playout. |
When not to convert SWF to GXF
- Skip GXF for archival masters: lossy compression discards detail, so keep the SWF original.
- Keep a master copy: repeated exports stack small losses, so archive SWF before batch GXF shares.
Limits
Starting point: SWF - SWF is Adobe's interactive Flash format mixing vector animation with video. Only the embedded video track converts; scripts and buttons are dropped. Server metadata drops on export; the picture and sound carry over. Encode GXF (MPEG-2 / PCM) from SWF at a bitrate near the source, and confirm the audio track before converting.
How conversion works
Conversion runs entirely in your browser with FFmpeg WASM. Files never leave your device.