: Right-click the file and select Properties (Windows) or Get Info (Mac). Look at the "Origin" or "Camera" section to see what device created it.
: Likely a low-resolution proxy or a very short "event" clip from a dashcam.
: Many generic or "G-Sensor" equipped dashcams use a "G" prefix to denote protected files (videos recorded during an impact or sudden braking). g4_0139.mp4
: Certain DJI or Autel flight logs or cached video previews occasionally use similar alphanumeric strings. How to Review the File
: Likely high-definition footage from an action camera or drone. : Right-click the file and select Properties (Windows)
: The "Date Created" timestamp is the best way to remember where you were or what you were filming at that time. Check File Size :
To help you review the content, here are common ways to identify what that specific file might be: Common Sources for "G4" Filenames : Many generic or "G-Sensor" equipped dashcams use
: GoPro often uses a naming convention like GH010139.mp4 or GX010139.mp4 . If your file is g4_0139 , it may be a renamed clip or from a specific mobile app export.