How to Repair Corrupt DJI Video Files

Drones are really useful items in photography. They can take pictures or record videos using remote control devices under situations where it won’t be possible for a photographer or videographer to do the same task. However, those DJI files may get corrupt for several unfortunate reasons. After taking high-quality videos and photos using drones, it is disheartening to see them get corrupted. However, that does not mean you will have to delete those files and retake the entire shot. There are different ways to repair corrupt video files. Today, we are going to discuss the reasons behind the corruption of DJI files and the different ways in which you can repair DJI videos.

How can video files get corrupt?

There are different reasons which can cause corruption of DJI files. The most common reasons are as follows:

1. Any abrupt shut down while using the drone to record may cause corruption in the footage.
2. If the storage, like the SD card, gets disconnected abruptly due to improper connection or forced removal, it can corrupt DJI files.
3. Exposure to extreme conditions like very high or low temperatures can affect the hardware and cause corruption in the files.
4. Your SD card may be damaged and cannot be read due to malware or virus attacks.
5. Any kind of external interruptions or software crashes.

How you can repair DJI videos

We recommend that you take necessary precautions and record videos while keeping the reasons for DJI file corruption in mind. However, in case your DJI files get corrupted due to unfavorable circumstances, here are different ways in which you can repair corrupt DJI files.

1. Repair DJI videos using Command Prompt.

One of the best ways to restore corrupt footage is to use Command Prompt. It is a terminal available in every Windows operating system where we can execute different commands and perform administrative tasks.

Here are the ways in which you can fix DJI files using Windows Command Prompt.

1. Open the Start menu and type CMD in the search bar. Right-click on Command Prompt and click Run as administrator on the pop-up menu.
2. On the Command Prompt window, type this code:
   dism.exe /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth
   This command detects the presence of any corrupt videos present in the computer. This will take some time, depending on the storage space and speed.
3. After the previous command is completed, type sfc /scannow on the command terminal. This will activate the System File Checker, which would scan these corrupt videos and fix them. This process is also going to take some time, so be patient.
4. After the process gets completed, you will get any of the following messages:
   1. a. “Windows Resource Protection did not find any integrity violations”: – It means the OS was not able to find any corrupt video files in your device.
   2. If the results say, “Windows Resource Protection could not perform the requested operation.”  That means you will need to perform the SFC process again but in safe mode.
   3. If the results say, “Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files and successfully repaired them.” – that means the computer has found and repaired the DJI files.
   4. If CMD returns “Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files but was unable to fix some of them.” – that means the videos are way too damaged, and Windows could not fix it. In situations like this, you need to use external software to repair DJI video files.

Availability: Command Prompt comes pre-installed with every version of the Windows operating system.

2. Repair DJI Video Files using djifix Software.

Djifix is an open-source command-line application that can be used to repair DJI files. You can download the software from here. Follow the steps given below to repair corrupt video files.

There are two different methods for restoring DJI files using djifix in Windows and macOS.

If you are a Windows user:

1. After you have downloaded djifix.exe from the link given above, paste the file in the same folder where you have stored the corrupt videos.
2. Open CMD as an administrator and use the “cd” command to change the directory to the folder where you have stored djifix.exe and the corrupt videos.
3. In the command line, enter “djifix [name of the video file you want to fix including any .MP4 or .MOV file extension]”. Do not type the quotes (““) and the square brackets ([]) when entering the command in CMD.

If you are a macOS user:

1. After downloading the djifix.exe, move it to the Movies folder.
2. Make sure that the corrupt video file is also present in the Movies folder.
3. Open Terminal by going to Utilities and clicking on the Application folder.
4. On the Terminal window, enter the command;
   cd Movies
   chmod + x djifix
   ./djifix [name of the video file you want to fix, including any .MP4 or .MOV file extension]
5. Do not type the quotes (““) and the square brackets ([]) when entering the command in CMD.

Availability: Djifix is available for Windows and macOS for free.

Limitations: Djifix can restore DJI files efficiently. However, it has one limitation. It can repair corrupt footage that was shot using DJI Inspire, Spark, Mavic Mini, and Phantom only.

3. Repair Corrupt Video Files using VLC Media Player

VLC Media Player is also a convenient software to repair DJI files. VLC is a multimedia player, but it can also repair corrupt videos. The steps to repair DJI video files are:

1. You should make a copy of the original video file before proceeding to the next step.
2. Rename the copy of the video and change its format to AVI.
3. Open VLC Media Player and select Tools. From the drop-down menu, select Preferences (or press Ctrl + P from VLC Media Player).
4. On the Simple Preferences window, select the Image/Codecs tab.
5. Go to Damaged or incomplete AVI files. Click to open the drop-down menu.
6. Select Always Fix from the menu.
7. Click on Save to confirm the changes.

Play the video using VLC media player. If it is working, then everything is all right. Else, you will need to rely on professional video repair tools.

Availability: VideoLAN VLC Media Player is available for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and several other operating systems. It is completely free and open source.

Repair Corrupt DJI Video Files using Wondershare Repairit.

When all of the solutions mentioned above do not work, it is time to rely on professional editing tools. There are a lot of repairing tools available on the market. But if you want a tool that is easy to use and will produce amazing results quickly, then you should definitely try Wondershare Repairit.

It is a dedicated video repairing software that is available for both Desktop and online. It is free of cost. You don’t need to sign up. Your data is 100% private. You need to follow the steps given below to fix the corrupt DJI videos:

1. Visit Wondershare Repairit Online. You will get this window.

1. Select “Upload your corrupted video here to repair it.” You will see a pop-up window where you will have to select the video you want to fix. The supported formats are MP4, MOV, and 3GP. You can download Repairit desktop to remove this limitation.
2. After you have selected the file, it will start repairing the chosen file immediately, After Repairit completes repairing corrupt videos, you will see this window where you can preview the results.

Click on Save Video if you want to save it to your computer or select Fix Another Video to select another corrupt DJI video file.

Note: If the video is longer than 30 seconds or you are experiencing any problems while viewing the result, we recommend you download it on your computer for a full and proper review.

On Repairit Online, you can repair corrupt video files of three formats. You will be able to repair ten videos daily for free, and the size should be less than 200MB. You can repair and save one video at a time. You will get a 30-second preview of the result. There is only one repair mode – Quick Repair.

If you want more repair abilities, you should try out Repairit Desktop. Aside from all the features mentioned above, you will be able to repair and save multiple videos at a time and get a full preview. Repairit Desktop supports all formats. You also get two extra modes, unlimited repairs, no file size limits, advanced repair, and video analysis technology. You can repair DJI video files from all popular cameras and also get technical and remote service.

Tip to Protect Video Files

Prevention is always better than cure. Corrupted footage is never welcomed anywhere. So, you should keep the reasons behind the corruption of video files in mind and remember the following methods using which you can prevent them from getting corrupt.

1. Avoid excessive playback. It can cause the bits in videos to get misplaced.
2. Avoid complex manipulation of videos. If you have to do so, make sure to keep a backup copy of the data.

• Check for data integrity before transferring it to another storage drive.

1. Don’t change the file extensions unless you know what you are doing. You can use file converter tools for this process.
2. Make sure the power source is fully charged to avoid abrupt shutdowns.
3. Keep your OS and antivirus updated and keep your files secure.

Wrapping Up

These are many free video repair tools that you can use to repair corrupt DJI files. We have mentioned three different methods – CMD, VLC, and djifix, but they have their limitations. So, to get the best results, it is better to use a dedicated video repairing tool like Wondershare Repairit. It is simple, easy to use, and free.

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