Length of video file

Hi,
How can i get the length of uploaded video file ?
Regards
Anuja K

did you want the length in seconds or in milimeters?
kr

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/// disclaimer, i AM the owner of Videotoolshed, and i WILL (at least try) to make money on it. ///
/// i do NOT have any relation with AssistedEditing.com, besides friendship with the owner. ///

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