MPV Frame Interpolation

Built-in MPV Frame Interpolation

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Included in the default package.

Press n to cycle through the frame interpolation modes. Interpolation is disabled by default. Repeatedly press n to switch between:

Interpolation Off ➜ Cinema Mode ➜ Anime Mode ➜ Ultra Smooth

• Cinema Mode: Reduces judder with zero blur.
• Anime Mode: Uses Sphinx with a blur level of 0.65 to deliver smooth motion while tightening anime linework without making the image look blurry.
• Ultra Smooth: Uses bicubic interpolation, which can look slightly soft by default. The setting is adjusted to -0.40 to add a little sharpness and reduce excessive smearing.
• Uses MPV's built-in temporal interpolation (interpolation=yes), offering an accessible solution suitable for most hardware.
• Compatible with Windows, Linux, and macOS.

Frame Interpolation Using Plugins

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Not included in the default package. If needed, install one of the options below by following the relevant instructions.

VapourSynth MVTools Frame Interpolation

• Easy to use, with one-step installation: https://github.com/mpvConfig/mpvTools

Other Community Frame Interpolation Solutions on GitHub

• https://github.com/MSalman5230/mpv-config
• https://github.com/hzwer/Practical-RIFE
• https://github.com/AmusementClub/vs-mlrt