If you are cleaning up an old hard drive and found this file, here is how to handle it:
If you are trying to remember what this video is or why it is on your device, follow these steps: 1. Check Historical Context VID_20190818_182958.mp4
: Move it to a "2019 Archive" folder in Google Drive, iCloud, or Dropbox to prevent local hardware failure loss. If you are cleaning up an old hard
The filename tells you when it was saved, but "Metadata" can tell you much more. : Right-click file > Properties > Details . On Mac : Right-click file > Get Info . : Right-click file > Properties > Details
: Change it to 2019-08-18_EventName_Location.mp4 .
: If you have Google Photos or Apple Photos, search for that specific date. These apps often group media by location, showing you where you were that evening. 2. Extract Hidden Metadata (EXIF Data)