Invalid Data Found When Processing Input: How to Fix it

Keeping FFmpeg up to date will usually fix this error

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Published onJuly 15, 2024

published onJuly 15, 2024

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Invalid data found when processing input is an FFmpeg error, and it can appear in various applications or setups. However, the issue can be fixed and today we’re going to show you how to fix it.

How can I fix Invalid data found when processing input error?

Before we start, make sure you have the latest version of FFmpeg installed. If you’re software that uses FFmpeg, update it to the latest version.

Make sure that you’re using the right command

If you’re using FFmpeg with Home Assistant, a few users suggested using AlexxIT WebRTC integration.

As you can see, this is a pretty technical issue, but in most cases updating the FFmpeg fixes the problem. To see how to install the latest version, check our guide on how todownload FFmpeg.

If the component is up to date but you’re still getting this error, use the guidelines from above and ensure that you’re using the right command.

Do keep in mind that issues with FFmpeg can occur, and we wrote aboutFFmpeg.dll missingandPast duration too large error in FFmpegerrors in our previous guides, so you might want to check them out.

Invalid Data Found When Processing Input: How to Fix it#

How can I fix Invalid data found when processing input error?#

Make sure that you’re using the right command#

Invalid Data Found When Processing Input: How to Fix it

How can I fix Invalid data found when processing input error?

Make sure that you’re using the right command