Shrinking X265 [portable] -

The --preset slider is the most misunderstood tool in x265.

For most cases, concatenate inputs and run a single x265 encode when size matters and you can accept reduced independent seeking; otherwise keep files separate. shrinking x265

Here is how to effectively shrink your x265 files while keeping them looking sharp. 1. The Golden Rule: Use CRF (Constant Rate Factor) The --preset slider is the most misunderstood tool in x265