# Video processing

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Video processing is powered by Visual Operations Credits; full details on consumption rates can be found here: [Visual Operation Credits table](https://docs.cloudimage.io/account-management/usage#visual-operation-credits-table)
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Cloudimage helps you deliver videos faster and lighter by compressing high-resolution files and transcoding them for adaptive streaming. This feature is suited for short clips for websites and web applications such as hero videos or product videos. 

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For optimal video delivery, compression and transcoding are enabled by default. Disabling them may slow playback and increase CDN usage.
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Reduce the weight of your videos automatically upon upload. To set it up, go to *Settings > Video Settings*. 

* **Automatic compression**: toggle on to enable. Once done, Cloudimage will generate lower-resolution versions (1080p, 720p, 360p) in MP4 format for all videos stored in the Cloudimage Asset Library. 
* **Target bitrate**: default 400 Kbps

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The automatic format delivery chooses the most efficient codec and format based on the viewer platform support - h265 (HEVC) mp4, vp9 WebM, or h264 (AVC) mp4.
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Cloudimage delivers compressed videos, ready to be played in any video player, including HTML5 native. This ensures faster load times, lower bandwidth usage, and smooth playback across devices.

#### Transcoding for adaptive streaming

For seamless viewing on any connection, Cloudimage can transcode your videos into **HLS (HTTP Live Streaming)** format. It automatically generates a manifest file compatible with players like [VideoJS](https://videojs.com/).

* **Automatic transcoding**: toggle on to enable. Once done, Cloudimage will transcode all videos after upload in the Cloudimage Asset Library.&#x20;

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This allows your audience to stream videos at the best quality their network can support, without buffering or manual adjustments.

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\*Video Compression and transcoding require Visual Operations Credits.&#x20;
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