Analog video tape is a medium used to record and store video and audio signals in a format that can be played back on compatible devices. It typically consists of a magnetic tape coated with a material that can capture video images and sound. Common formats include VHS and Betamax, which were widely used for home video recording and playback. The technology behind analog video tape relies on magnetic fields to encode information. When the tape is played back, a video player reads the magnetic signals and converts them back into visual and audio output. Although digital formats have largely replaced analog tapes, they remain significant in the history of video recording.