Adobe Premiere Pro CS6 User Manual

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To the topVideo tutorial: Changes to the Audio Mixer and Audio Meters panelsNew audio track functionalityMono and stereo audio tracks are no longer se

Trim or copy your project1. Choose Project > Project Manager.2. In the Source pane of the Project Manager window, check the box next to each sequ

The following online resources are available for more information about trimming or copying your project:Franklin McMahon demonstrates a few features

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Transferring and importing filesTo the topNote:Note:File formats supported for importAbout transferring filesAbout importing filesImport files with th

Note:Note:Note:to download the proper version (QuickTime Player 7.66 for Mac OS X v.10.6.3). For more information see the article, "Install Quick

Note:To the topPremiere Pro supports 8bpc (4 bytes per pixel) and 16bpc (8 bytes per pixel) still-image files.AI, EPSBMP, DIB, RLEDPXEPSGIFICO (Icon F

To the topThe folder structure for AVCHD assetsThe folder structure for DVCPRO HD assetsThe folder structure for XDCAM EX assetsThe folder structure f

To the topTo the topNote:To the topYou can also import files and folders by dragging them from Windows Explorer (Windows) or Finder (Mac OS) into the

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Importing assets from tapeless formatsNote:Note:Note:To the topImport assets from file-based sources with Media BrowserAbout spanned clipsFile-based c

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Importing still imagesTo the topTo the topNote:Note:Preparing still images before importingImporting Photoshop and Illustrator filesImport numbered st

Merge All LayersMerged LayersIndividual LayersSequenceNote:To the topNote:as opaque white, whereas it exports a checkerboard background as a transpare

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Importing digital audioTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the topUsing audio from audio CDsUsing compressed audio formatsUsing audio from Adob

These rules determine which types of audio get conformed:Uncompressed audioPremiere Pro does not conform audio in uncompressed clips that were record

Importing sequences, clip lists, libraries, and compositionsTo the topTo the topTo the topImport clips from Adobe OnLocation projects using the Media

To the topTo the topTo the topTo the topImport a Premiere Elements project (Windows only)1. Select File > Open Project.2. Browse to an Adobe Pre

Importing XML project files from Final Cut ProTo the topTo the topTo the topImport an XML file from Final Cut ProFinal Cut Pro clip dataFinal Cut Pro

To the topConversion of Final Cut Pro video transitionsFinal Cut Pro transition Premiere Pro transitionDip To White Dip To WhiteDip to [color] Dip To

What's New in Adobe Media Encoder CS6To the topTo the topQueue and Watch Folders: Independent handling of source and outputPreset browserImport a

To the topTravel Matte Alpha Not supportedTravel Matte Luma Not supportedFinal Cut Pro MulticlipsPremiere Pro converts uncollapsed Final Cut Pro Mult

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Batch capturing and recapturingTo the topTo the topAbout logging clipsLog clips for batch capturingAbout batch capturingChoosing batch-capture setting

Capture panel with Logging activeWhen logging HDV and other Long GOP formats, be sure to add handles in the Handles setting of the Capture section. Be

To the topTo the topAbout batch capturingPremiere Pro supports batch capturing—automatic, unattended capture of multiple clips from a controllable dev

To the topTo the topTo the top2. Choose Clip > Capture Settings > Set Capture Settings.The Capture Settings dialog box opens.3. See Specify ca

To the topTo export a batch-list timecode log, select the files that you want to log. Then choose Project > Export Batch List. Specify a filename

Capturing DV or HDV video You can capture audio and video from a DV or HDV device by connecting the device to your computer with a FireWire cable. Pre

Capturing HD video You can capture audio and video from an HD device with an SDI port. Your computer must have a supported SDI capture card, and its d

Note:Note:A. User preset B. Alias created to a preset C. Preset group D. Create new preset E. Delete preset F. Create new preset group G. Presetsettin

Capturing and digitizingTo the topTo the topAbout capturing and digitizingSystem requirements for capturingSet capture format, preferences, and tracks

To the topthis feature using the camcorder menu system.Set capture format, preferences, and tracksUse the Capture panel (choose File > Capture) to

To the topTo the topTo the topCapture from stereo sources to mono tracksYou can capture from sources containing stereo or 5.1 audio channels so that e

2. Select the type of device you want to control from the Devices menu.3. Click Options.4. (Optional) If you are connecting a DV or HDV device, mak

To the topTo the topTo the topDevice controls in the Capture panelYou can use the controls in the Capture panel to operate the device as you log clips

To the topTo the topCapture an entire tape or portion of a tape1. Choose File > Capture.2. (Mac OS) If a QuickTime Capture Settings dialog box op

To the topCommon capture issuesIf you run into problems while capturing digital footage, refer to Premiere Pro Help or the documentation for your cam

Capturing content for DVD DVD content is compressed according to DVD specifications so that it plays reliably on a wide range of players. When prepari

Create clips for offline editing To the topTo the topCreate low-resolution clips for offline editingReplace low-resolution clips with high-resolution

Digitizing analog videoTo the topTo the topAbout capture card settingsDigitize analog videoIn order to edit video shot in an analog format, you must f

To the topNote:To the topScale To FitScale To FillStretch To FillScale To Fit With Black BordersDrag a composition from the Project panel of an open A

and click the Record button in the Capture panel.If the digital device offers device control, capture or log footage using the Capture panel’s cont

Working with timecodeTo the topTo the topAbout timecodeChoose timecode display formatChange how timecode is displayedStripe tape or replace timecodeCa

To the topTo the topStart At 00:00:00:00 Starts timecode shown for every clip at 00:00:00:00.3. In the Frame Count menu, choose one of the following:

To the topTo the topTo the topTo the top7. Make sure that the recording device is set to record from the digital port.8. Begin recording the new tap

To the topTo the top7. Adjust the options as needed.View source timecode in the Program MonitorYou can display the source timecode in the Program Mo

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Customizing the Project panelTo the topTo the topTo the topChange Project panel viewsWorking in List viewWorking in Icon viewCustomize List view colum

To the topIn Premiere Pro CS6, Icon view has the following features:Use the Zoom slider to increase or decrease the size of icons. Icons can be zoomed

Note:IntegerRealTextBooleanNameLabelMedia DurationNote:Video DurationAudio DurationVideo InfoVideo UsageAudio UsageTape NameDescriptionboxes next to t

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Note:Change Output Size To Match SourceNote:To the topTo the topTo the topH.264 (Legacy)This option is the same as the Black Borders option in the Cro

Organizing assets in the Project panelTo the topWorking with binsLabel assetsRename assetsJump to an asset in the Project panelFind assets in the Proj

selecting one or more bins, and then pressing the Delete key.See the entire series of video tutorials about the Project panel by Andrew Devis on the C

To the topNote:To the topNote:To the topTo the topAllVisibleLabel assetsLabels are colors that help you identify and associate assets. You assign and

Text TranscriptTo the topTo the topNote:Searches only the Speech To Text metadata field.2. Do one of the following:Place the cursor in the Find box i

To the topNote:To the topNote:To the topClick the magnifying glass in the Find box and choose Find Faces,Choose Edit > Find Faces.The Project panel

Note:To the topTo the topNote:To the topTo the topTo save the new data, and to highlight the previous cell for the same clip, press Shift+Tab.To save

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Managing metadataTo the topTo the topAbout the Metadata panel and XMPAbout the Metadata panel in Premiere ProAbout file, clip, and project XMP metadat

To the topTo the topTo the topon.Fields under the File and the Speech Transcript headings show XMP metadata. Using Speech Search, you can transcribe w

To the topTo the topIf you selected multiple items, the panel displays properties as follows:If a property matches for all items, the matching entry a

H.264 Blu-ray (Legacy)MPEG4 (Legacy)To the topTo the topPreserves support for Match Source presets and Surcode for Dolby. Presets created in previous

To the topTo the topInteger Displays whole numbers that you drag or click to change.Real Displays fractional numbers that you drag or click to chang

Working with aspect ratiosTo the topAbout aspect ratiosUsing assets with various aspect ratiosFix aspect ratio distortionCorrect individual aspect rat

NTSC displaysA. 16:9 NTSC footage B. DVD player display using original widescreen format on widescreen TV screen C. 16:9 image on a 4:3 TV screencropp

To the topTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the topUsing assets with various aspect ratiosPremiere Pro automatically attempts to preserve the frame asp

that was transferred from film or forcustomized projects.D1/DV NTSC 0.91 Footage has a 720x486 or 720x480 framesize, and the desired result is a 4:3

Working with markersTo the topNote:MarkersMarkers panel (CS6)Add markers in the Timeline (CS6)Add markers to clips (CS6)Find, move, and delete markers

To the topTo the topNameDurationMarkers on the Marker and Timeline panels A. Comment marker B. Flash cue point marker C. Encore chapter marker D. Web

CommentsEncore Chapter MarkerWeb LinkURLNote:Frame TargetFlash Cue PointTypePlus and Minus buttonsNameValueNote:To the topType a comment you want asso

Next Available NumberedOther NumberedTo the topAdd an unnumbered sequence marker (CS5.5, and earlier)1. In a Timeline panel, move the current-time in

Note:Current MarkerAll MarkersNumberedNote:To the topNote:To the topNote:To move a sequence marker, drag the marker in a Timeline panel or the Program

3. Select Cut.4. Click next to Ctrl+x to delete the existing command.5. Click Add.6. Press Ctrl+t.7. Click OK.File menuEdit menuPreset menuWind

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Using the Source Monitor and Program MonitorTo the topSource Monitor and Program Monitor overviewOpen or clear a clip in the Source MonitorNavigate cl

Note:Note:The program monitor A. Timecode B. Playhead C. Scaling options D. Zoom scroll bar E. Resolution F. Settings button G. Button editor For det

To the topChange magnificationThe Source Monitor and Program Monitor scale video to fit into the available area. You can increase the magnification se

To the topTo the topTime rulersPlayheadNote:Current time displaysDuration displayZoom scroll barsYou can also close all clips and the Source Monitor i

Note:To the topTo the topTo the topcontract and expand the bar. You can also scroll the mouse wheel in the areas outside of the bars for the same expa

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Playing assetsTo the topTo the topPlay video in the Source Monitor and Program MonitorContinuous Playback (CS6)Play a sequence or clip with preroll an

To the topTo the topTo the topnot stop playback:Keyframing of effectsInterface itemsTimeline itemsMetadata entryAudio parametersTitlingZooming in and

Main user interfaceExport Settings dialogResult Windows Mac OSClose the current panelCtrl+W Cmd+WMaximize/Restore the panel under thepointer cursor` (

To the topTo the topunder 100 are interpreted as frames.In Premiere Pro CS5.5, and earlier, to jump to the previous edit point in a sequence’s target

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Using the Waveform monitors and vectorscopeTo the topTo the topView a scopeVectorscopeYC WaveformYCbCr ParadeRGB ParadePremiere Pro has a vectorscope

To the topTo the topVectorscopeA. Target boxes B. Image profileThe Vectorscope has the following controls:Intensity Adjusts the brightness of the patt

To the topThe Intensity control adjusts the brightness of the waveforms. It does not affect the video output signal.Note: Cb and Cr are the color di

Using the Reference MonitorTo the topTo the topOpen a Reference MonitorGang the Reference Monitor and Program MonitorThe Reference Monitor acts like a

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Creating and changing sequencesTo the topTimeline panelsNavigate in a sequenceWork with tracksSet track displayCreate a sequenceCreate a custom sequen

To the topTimeline panelA. Sequence tabs B. Time ruler C. Video tracks D. Audio tracksA single Timeline panel appears in a frame in the lower central

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Current time display Shows the timecode for the current frame in a Timeline panel. To move to a different time, click in the time display and entera n

To the topslider to the left, or click the Zoom Out button .In Premiere Pro CS5.5, and earlier, to zoom in, drag the ends of the viewing area bar clos

3. Click OK.Note: An audio track can accept only audio clips that use the matching channel type—mono, stereo, or 5.1. If you’re not sure what kind o

To the top Click to hide the Eye icon (for video) or the Speaker icon (for audio) at the left edge of the track. (Each icon is a toggle switch. Cl

To the toptracks.2. When the height adjustment icon appears , drag up or down.Create a sequenceIn many cases, you want to create a sequence that mat

All sequence settings apply to the whole sequence, and most cannot be changed after a sequence is created.When creating a sequence, you can select fro

example, if you are editing footage captured from film. You can display timecode in simple frame numbers if your assets came from an animationprogram.

To the topTo the topto which you can revert in case someone accidentally alters the current sequence settings.Tracks settingsControls the number of vi

To the topTo the topTo the topTo the top2. Select the desired settings on the General tab. For more information, see Sequence presets and settings.Ch

To the topTo the toprendering Premiere Pro will make use of the color information in 10-bit assets and will upsample other assets in a sequence to gen

ContentsWhat's New 1...

What’s new (CS5.5) For a complete list of what’s new and changed in Adobe Premiere Pro CS5.5, see this post on the Premiere Pro Work Area blog.To see

About 3:2 and 24pA pulldownWhen you transfer 24-fps film to 29.97-fps video, you use a process called 3:2 pulldown, in which the film frames are distr

To the topTo the topTo the top1. Right-click (Windows) or Control-click (Mac OS) a 24p clip in the Project panel.2. Select Modify > Interpret Foo

You can select, move, trim, and apply effects to nested sequences as you would to any other clip. Any changes you make to the source sequenceare refle

To the topIn Premiere Pro CS6 (Windows), the keyboard shortcut has been changed to Ctrl-Shift-F. The keyboard shortcut has not changed in MacOS.4. D

Creating and playing clipsTo the topTo the topTo the topSource clips, clip instances, subclips, and duplicate clipsDuplicate a clipCreating subclipsPl

To the topTitles, still images, synthetic clipsSequence clipsGrouped clipsTo use a master clip and its subclips in another project, import the project

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Adding clips to sequencesTo the topAdding clips to a sequenceOpen a sequenceTargeting tracksDrag video and audio to a sequenceDrag video only or audio

To the topTo the topAdding a clip by inserting it between clipsIf one or more tracks is locked, an insert edit shifts clips in all unlocked tracks. To

To the topTargeting a track while dragging a clip to a sequenceWhen you add clips to a sequence by pasting, (or keyboard shortcuts), you must specify

What’s new (CS5)For Premiere Pro system requirements, see the Adobe website.For lists of various categories of hardware compatible with Adobe Premiere

To the topTo the topTo the topNote: For information about creating tracks that are compatible with your assets, see Work with tracks and Create a cus

To the topTo the topTo the top1. Double-click a clip in a Project panel or sequence to open it in the Source Monitor.2. Place the playhead at the po

To the topframes in both the source clip and sequence are critical. If the marked source and sequence durations are different, Premiere Pro alerts you

To the topTo the topTo the topexample, if Video1 and Audio1 are locked, it will automate to Video 2 and Audio 2, or the lowest audio track with the co

To the topTo the topNote: You cannot use the Edit > Undo command to undo a footage replacement. However, you can use the Clip > Replace Footag

Working with offline clipsTo the topTo the topCreate an offline clipEdit an offline clipRelink an offline clipConvert an online clip to an offline cli

To the topTo the topNote: You cannot edit ‘contains’ or ‘audio format’ for an offline clip if it is located in the timeline.Relink an offline clipYo

Trimming clips (CS6)To the topTo the topWorking with In and Out pointsWorking with audio clips in the Source MonitorWorking with clips in the Source M

To the topNote:You can zoom into an audio waveform in the Source Monitor to better identify locations for markers, In points, or Out points.1. Double

Note:Note:Note:Note:To the topDragging the In/Out Grip for a video clip or trackFor an audio clip, you can also drag the In/Out Grip, or the grey area

and can achieve complex keys on smoke, liquids, and transparent objects. For more information, see Chromakey with the Ultra Key effect.Native support

Note:Note:Timeline trimming has been enhanced in Premiere Pro CS6 with the ability to select edit points and adjust them using the mouse, keyboardshor

Note:Select Nearest Edit PointYou can allow the Selection tool to select an edit point as a Ripple or Roll trim without the modifier key. Choose this

Go to Next Edit Point and Go to Previous Edit PointGo to Next Selected Edit Point and Go to Previous Selected Edit PointGo to Next Edit Point on Any T

Ripple Trim Previous Edit to Playhead and Ripple Trim Next Edit to PlayheadNote:Note:To the topRipple trims the previous or next edit point to the Pla

You can perform a ripple or rolling edit either directly on the tracks in the Timeline.About ripple and rolling editsWhen you want to adjust the cut,

Note:To the topMake a rolling (extend) edit to the playheadDo the following:1. Click a track header to target the track containing the clip you want

In this slip edit, a clip is dragged left, moving its source In and Out points later in time.1. Select the Slip tool .2. Position the pointer on the

To the topNote:Press Option+Shift+, (Mac OS).To slide clip selection left one frame:Press Alt+, (Windows).Press Option+, (Mac OS).To slide clip select

video view. The trim buttons and shift counters are placed directly below the video. All of the sequence's video tracks are composited together a

You can dynamically trim footage one frame at a time using J-K-L shortcuts. First select the edit point, then press the K key, and then tapeither the

Premiere Pro getting started tutorials To learn more, view these recommended resources online.Premiere Pro CS6 video tutorials(Aug. 14, 2012)Premiere

To the topThe History panel shows each trim adjustment as an individual entry, whether using the keyboard, clicking one of the buttons or using J-K-Ls

Note:Note:Work in the Trim MonitorThe Trim Monitor displays clip In and Out points at a cut so that you can see precisely which frames you are cutting

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Trimming clips (CS5 and CS5.5)To the topTo the topWorking with In and Out pointsWorking with audio clips in the Source MonitorWorking with clips in th

To the topNote:Source Monitor.To zoom in on all channels simultaneously, Shift-drag either end of the vertical zoom bar that runs next to the decibel

Note:Note:Note:Note:To the topDragging the audio In/Out Grip for an audio clip or trackThe In and Out points move together, keeping the duration betwe

Note:Note:Note:To the topClick the selection tool and do one of the following:To edit the In point, drag the left edge of the clip once the Trim-in

You can perform a ripple or rolling edit either directly on the tracks in the Timeline or using the Trim Monitor.About ripple and rolling editsWhen yo

Note:Timeline panel during (above) and after (below) a roll editMake rolling edits (extend edits) with the playheadYou can move the In point or Out po

To the topTimeline panel during (above) and after (below) a ripple editWhen using the Selection tool, you can toggle from the Trim-in or Trim-out icon

Adobe Premiere Pro CS5/CS5.5 tutorialsTo the topTo the topTo the topEssential Adobe Premiere Pro tutorials and learning resources for getting started

To the topTo the topPremiere Pro updates the source In and Out points for the clip, displaying the result in the Program Monitor and maintaining the c

Note:Preview the edit in the Trim MonitorTo preview the edit once, click the Play Edit button .To preview the edit repeatedly, click the Loop button

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Editing multi-camera sequences (CS5 and CS5.5)To the topTo the topAbout multi-camera editingAbout the Multi-Camera MonitorDisplay the Multi-Camera Mon

Note:To the topTo the topNote:To the topNote:Note:Clip StartClip EndTimecodeNumbered Clip MarkerTo the topyou click a camera preview to make it active

To the topNote:Note:To the topTo the topNote:To the top3. Select the video and audio tracks in the nested sequence, and then choose Clip > Multi-C

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Editing multi-camera sequences (CS6)To the topNote:About multi-camera editingMark Clips for SynchronizationCreate a multi-camera source sequenceEnabli

To the topcamera flash, or other technique, at the same time.Keep each camera recording to maintain synchronization.After you capture, or ingest foota

To the topIn PointsOut PointsTimecodeClip markersTo the topTo the topTo the topCreate a multi-camera source sequenceAfter the clips are marked, select

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To the topNote:To the topTo the topNote:Note:be enabled.To enable audio, do the following:a. Unlink audio from video by selecting the clips and then

To the topTo the topNote:To the topNote:To the topTo the topTo the top7. When you are done recording, click the Stop button or the Record button to g

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Synchronizing audio and video with Merge Clips (CS5.5 and later)To the topTo the topMerge clips in the Project panelMerge clips in the Timeline panelS

To the topTo the topDrag the component clips into the Project panel.Choose Clip > Merge Clips.The Merge Clips dialog launches.Click OK. Your merged

To the topTo the topSet the File popup menu to the component clip you wish, and then enter metadata for the clip.Set the File popup menu to All Files

Modifying clip properties with Interpret Footage To the topInterpret footageYou can modify the properties of a clip by selecting options in the Interp

Creating special clips (synthetics)To the topWipe ColorBackground ColorLine ColorTarget ColorNumeral ColorCue Blip On OutCue Blip On 2Cue Blip At All

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Correcting mistakesTo the topTo the topCorrect mistakesHistory panelCorrect mistakesIn case you change your mind or make a mistake, Premiere Pro provi

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Rearranging clips in a sequenceTo the topMove clipsSplit or cut one or more clips with the Razor toolRemove clips from a sequenceLift and paste frames

To the topTo the topTo the topTo the top1. Select the clip in the sequence.2. Using your numeric keypad with Num Lock on, type + (plus) and the numb

To the topTo the topTo the topTo the topsequence In Point and Out point. If only part of a clip appears between the sequence In point and Out point, P

To the topTo the top4. Do one of the following:To overwrite the pasted clips, choose Edit > Paste.To insert the pasted clips, choose Edit > Pa

Remove alerts with the Events panel Premiere Pro Events lists warnings, error messages, and other information you can use to identify and troubleshoot

Rendering and previewing sequencesTo the topDefine the work area for renderingDefine the area for rendering using In and Out points (CS6)Render a prev

To the topTo the topTo the topDragging the work area markers to expand the work areaPosition the playhead, and press Alt+[ (Windows) or Option+[ (Mac

To the topTo the topTo the topTo the topRender a preview file for a section of a sequence setting In and Out points:1. Set In and Out points to mark

To the topTo the topYou can set an option to automatically scroll a sequence when it is wider than the visible area in its Timeline panel.1. Choose E

WorkspacesTo the topTo the topImport a workspace with a projectCustomizing workspacesBrighten or darken the interfaceThe 2-up editing workspace (CS6)F

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Working with clips in a sequenceTo the topTo the topTo the topFind a clip in any sequence with Clip UsageView the source of a sequence clip in the Pro

speech to text metadata and create a simple video player with which you can navigate to the places where words are spoken. Adobe providesanother white

To the topSpeech Analysis supports reference scripts only in the UTF-8 encoded text format, including Adobe Story scripts, which have the .astx filena

To the topTo the topTo the topSelecting a range of clips by dragging a marqueeTo select all clips that exist on and after a certain time on one track,

2. Drag the edge of a clip close to the edge of another clip or a marker or the playhead. A vertical line appears when alignment occurs.You can togg

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Overview of audio and the Audio MixerNote:To the topStandardMono (monophonic)Adaptive5.1Audio tracks in a sequence (CS6)Channels in audio clipsMixing

To the topNote:To the topTo the topNote:To the topexceeds the available tracks in a sequence. It is also useful when the number of channels in an audi

To the topTo the topWhen making audio adjustments of any kind, determine whether the change is applied to the entire track or to individual clips. Aud

choose one of these workspaces, or any custom workspaces you’ve saved, the current workspace is redrawn accordingly.Open the project you want to work

Audio Mixer A. Pan/balance control B. Automation mode C. Mute Track/Solo Track/Enable Track For Recording buttons D. VU meters and faders E. Trackname

Note:Note:Audio Mixer A. Show/Hide Effects and Sends B. Effects C. Sends D. Track Output Assignment E. Automation Mode Modify the Audio Mixer1. Choos

Note:Solo in PlaceMonitor Mono ChannelsMonitor Stereo PairsNote:Audio Meter panel A. LED Meter (gradients in the meter panel) B. Solo channels C. Clip

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Working with clips, channels, and tracksTo the topNote:Note:Mapping source and output audio channelsAudio channel iconsExtract audio from clipsRender

Note:Note:To the topreorder and enable/disable all of the available audio channels from the component clips.Map P2 clip audio for export to P2You can

To the topTo the topTo the topNote:To the top Right front channel Left surround channel Right surround channel Center front channel Low frequency effe

Note:To the topTo the topTo the topYou can apply the Modify Clip command to a mono clip only in the Project panel, before the clip appears in a Timeli

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Editing audio in a Timeline panelTo the topSet sample-based audio In and Out pointsLink and unlink video and audio clipsCreate split editsSet sample-b

Drag panel gripper to move one panelTo move an entire group, drag the group gripper in the upper-right corner onto the desired drop zone.Drag group gr

To the topNote:Note:Move Into SyncSlip Into SyncTo the topright.To adjust the Out point, position the pointer over the right edge of the clip’s audio

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Recording audioTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the topCapturing analog audioSet the location for captured audioPreparing the audio input channel for

To the topthe Audio Mixer for each track you add to a Timeline.5. In the Audio Mixer, click the Enable Track For Recording icon for the track you a

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Adjusting volume levelsTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the topMonitor volume level from Timeline, or Program MonitorMonitor volume level while captur

To the topTo the topTo the topto adjust the volume that you use to set other effect options. It’s often simpler to adjust the Volume effect in a Timel

To the topTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the topShow Clip Volume Lets you change only a clip’s Volume Level.Show Track Keyframes Lets you animate ma

1. Select a sequence that contains audio in two or more audio tracks.2. Select Window > Workspace > Audio.The Audio Mixer panel appears in th

Recording audio mixesTo the topTo the topTo the topRecord changes to sound tracksPreserve a track property while recording an audio mixAudio Mixer aut

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Note:Dragging divider between panel groups to resize them horizontally A. Original group with resize icon B. Resized groups Open, close, and scroll to

To the topTo the topyou replay the audio with the track’s automation menu set to Read, Touch, or Latch, Premiere Pro plays back the track with the ad

Advanced mixingTo the topTo the topWork with submixesRoute tracks with sendsDownmixing to fewer channelsChange 5.1 audio to stereo or monoRouting trac

submix track for effects processing. The submix can return the processed signal to the mix by routing it to the master track, or it can route thesigna

To the topTo the topTo the topChoosing from Selected Parameter menu4. Change the value of the property using the control knob above the Send Assignme

To the topRoute or turn off track output Do any of the following:To route track output to another track, select a submix or Master from the Track Out

Editing audio in Adobe Audition (CS5.5, and later) To the topWorking with Adobe AuditionAdobe Audition lets you use advanced post-production technique

Editing audio in Adobe Soundbooth (CS5) To the topTo the topEdit audio in Adobe SoundboothUndoing edits made in Adobe SoundboothAdobe Soundbooth lets

Panning and balancingTo the topPanning and balancing in the Audio MixerPan or balance a stereo trackPan or balance a 5.1 surround trackPan or balance

To the topTo the topTo the topPanning and balancing controlsA. Stereo pan/balance knob B. 5.1 surround pan/balance tray C. Center percentageFor best r

To the topSelecting channel 12 for the output from the left-front channel of a 5.1 audio trackA. Direct Output Assignment buttons for a stereo track

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Creating and editing titlesTo the topTo the topCreate new titlesOpen, import, or export a titleAbout safe margins in the TitlerChoose, create, and imp

To the topTo the topNote: Titles open in the Titler, not the Source Monitor.Import a title fileYou can import a title file as you would any other sou

To the topTo restore the default set of templates, choose Restore Default Templates from the Templates panel menu.2. Click OK.Rename or delete a tem

Creating and formatting text in titlesTo the topEnter text in titlesFormat text in titlesWork with paragraph textCreate tab stops in titlesEnter text

To the top2. In the drawing area, click where you want the text to begin.3. Click or drag to create a second point.4. Continue clicking until you c

To the topTo the topFont Size Specifies the font’s size, in scan lines.Aspect Specifies the horizontal scale of the selected font. This value is some

To create a tab stop with center-justified text, click the Center tab marker .To create a tab stop with right-justified text, click the Right Justif

Drawing shapes in titlesTo the topTo the topTo the topCreate shapesChange the shape of a graphic object or a logoDraw straight segments with Pen ToolD

To the top2. Position the tip of the pen point where you want the straight segment to begin, and click to define the first object anchor point. The o

Working with PanelsTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the topNavigate the panelsDisplay any panel full-screenDisplay panel optionsDisplay cont

To the top6. Continue dragging Pen Tool from different locations to create additional points.To close the path, position Pen Tool over the first obje

Join Type Specifies how the ends of adjoining path segments are joined. The Miter option joins path segments using pointed corners. The Roundoption j

Add images to titles To the topTo the topTo the topPlace a logo in a titlePlace a logo in a text boxReturn a logo to its original size or aspect ratio

Working with text and objects in titlesTo the topTo the topChange the stacking order of objects in titlesAlign and distribute objects in titlesTransfo

To the topDistribute objects in titlesA distribution option evenly spaces selected objects between the two most extreme objects. For example, for a ve

Enter a value for Rotation in the Title Properties panel, or expand the Rotation category heading and drag the angle control.Distort an object or mul

Fills, strokes, and shadows in titlesTo the topTo the topTo the topSet a fill for text and objectsFill type optionsAdd a sheenAdd a texture for text o

To the topTo the top2. Select Sheen in the Title Properties panel.3. Click the triangle next to Sheen and set its options.Note: If the object’s tex

To the topTo the topTo the top2. In the Properties section of the Title Properties panel, expand the Strokes category.3. Click Add next to either I

Rolling and crawling titles To the topTo the topTo the topCreate a rolling or crawling titleRoll/Crawl Timing optionsConvert a title to another typeTh

link to CS Services. You can also dock the Tools panel to the Options panel.ToolsWhen you select a tool, the pointer changes shape according to the se

Titler text stylesTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the topModify the style swatch displayChange the default characters in swatchesCreate a styleApply

To the topTo the topTo the top1. Select the object to which you want to apply the style.2. In the Title Styles panel, click the style swatch that y

Effects and transitions328

About effectsTo the topTo the topTo the topFixed effectsStandard effectsClip-based and track-based effectsEffect plug-insGPU-accelerated effectsHigh-b

To the topTo the topAudio effects can be applied to either clips or to tracks. To apply track-based effects, use the Audio Mixer. If you add keyframes

1. Choose Project > Project Settings > General.2. In the Video Rendering And Playback section, select the appropriate renderer: Mercury Playba

To the topHere is a list of the additional effects and transitions that can be accelerated by CUDA in Adobe Premiere Pro CS5.5 and later.Directional

Applying, removing, finding, and organizing effectsTo the topTo the topFind and group effectsApply effects to clipsCopy and paste clip effectsRemove s

To the topTo the topTo the topYou can apply one or more Standard effects to a clip by dragging effect icons from the Effects panel to a clip in a Time

To the topClick a spot in the time ruler above the selected clip to move the current-time indicator to that location.2. Do one of the following:From

To the top2. Select Dock In Options Panel.Undock the Tools panel from the Options panel In the Options panel, click the dotted area to the left of S

Viewing and adjusting effects and keyframesTo the topView effects in the Effect Controls panelView keyframes for an effect property in the Timeline pa

To the topTo the topNote: It is not necessary to position the current-time indicator over a clip to activate the Effect Controls panel.To expand or

Applying effects to audioTo the topApplying audio effects in the Audio MixerApply a track effect in the Audio MixerAdjust audio track effects in a Tim

To the topTo the topTo the topIn the Audio Mixer, track effect options are controlled after an effect is selected in the Effects And Sends panel. If t

To the topTo the topTo the topTo the top2. Select Edit > Copy.3. Place the current-time indicator at the location where you want to paste the key

To the topVST Editor panel for DeNoiser effectSelect a preset for a VST effect Right-click (Windows) or Control-click (Mac OS) the effect name in the

Working with audio transitionsTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the topSpecify the default audio transitionSet the default duration for audio transitio

To the topaudio clip. You can also select the applied transition in a Timeline. Then, in the Effect Controls panel, choose End At Cut from theAlignme

Effect presetsTo the topTo the topEffect presetsCreate and save an effect presetApply an effect presetWork with a custom bins and preset binsEffect pr

To the topTo the topScale Scales the source keyframes proportionally to the length of the target clip. This action deletes any existing keyframes on t

Using the Source Monitor and Program MonitorTo the topSource Monitor and Program Monitor overviewOpen or clear a clip in the Source MonitorNavigate cl

To rename a bin, select the bin, then click the bin name, and then type a new name and press Enter (Windows) or Return (Mac OS).Skip steps 2 and 3.To

Stabilize motion with the Warp Stabilizer effect (CS6)To the topTo the topNote:CancelStabilizationResultSmoothnessMethodStabilize with the Warp Stabil

Note:FramingNote:Auto-scaleAdditional ScaleDetailed AnalysisRolling Shutter RippleCrop Less <-> Smooth MoreSynthesis Input Range (seconds)Synthe

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Color correction and adjustmentTo the topNote:Adjusting color and luminanceSet up a Color Correction workspaceApply the Color Correction effectsQuickl

To the topNote:Note:VectorscopeYC WaveformYCbCr ParadeRGB ParadeAll ScopesVect/YC Wave/YCbCr ParadeVect/YC Wave/RGB ParadeTo the topNote:For informati

Note:Note:To the top4. Move the current-time indicator to a frame that provides the best example of colors that need to be adjusted.5. (Optional) Do

Note:To the topAuto Black LevelAuto ContrastAuto White LevelTo the topHue AngleBalance MagnitudeBalance GainBalance Anglebecome a neutral black. Like

To the topColor correction adjustments using the color wheel A. Hue Angle B. Balance Magnitude C. Balance Gain D. Balance Angle The Saturation slider

Note:To the topLuma CurveRGB CurvesNote:Rotating the outer ring of the color wheel (left) changes the hue angle (right).To shift the colors toward a t

Note:Note:The program monitor A. Timecode B. Playhead C. Scaling options D. Zoom scroll bar E. Resolution F. Settings button G. Button editor For det

To the topBlack Output sliderWhite Output slider6. Do one of the following to make curve adjustments:To adjust the luminance, click to add a point on

Black Level eyedropperGray Level eyedropperWhite Level eyedropperBlack Input Level sliderGray Input Level sliderWhite Input Level sliderNote:To the to

HSB (in the HSB section)RGB (in the RGB section)Note:To the topAdobe Color Picker A. Selected color B. Color field C. Color slider D. Adjusted color E

Note:To the topNote:SoftenEdge ThinningTo the topTonal Range Definition control A. Shadow threshold B. Shadow softness C. Highlight softness D. Highli

To the topTo the topNote:To the top1. In a Timeline panel, select the clip you want to adjust so it appears in the Program Monitor.2. If you want to

To the topNote:To the topNote:Move the pointer into the Clip Sample (the pointer turns into an eyedropper) and click to select a color.Click the color

NoneDirectionalOmniSpotlightNote:CenterMajor RadiusProjected RadiusMinor RadiusAngleIntensityFocusNote:Ambient Light ColorAmbience IntensitySurface Gl

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Adjustment Layers (CS6)To the topTo the topAdjustment LayersCreate an adjustment layerResize an adjustment layer to highlight an areaBlend modes and a

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To the topChange magnificationThe Source Monitor and Program Monitor scale video to fit into the available area. You can increase the magnification se

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Audio effects and transitions referenceTo the topTo the topAudio effects and transitions listAudio effectsAudio crossfade transitionsFor video effects

Bandpass effectThe Bandpass effect removes frequencies that occur outside the specified range, or band of frequencies. This effect is available for 5.

In the Effect Controls panel, Custom Setup for this effect shows Detected Crackles and Output monitors. The first shows the input signal with anydetec

output increases by only 1 dB.Attack Sets the time (between 0.1 and 100 milliseconds) that the compressor takes to respond to a signal that exceeds t

The Invert (audio) effect inverts the phase of all channels. This effect is available for 5.1, stereo, or mono clips.MultibandCompressor effectThe Mul

To the topusing graphical controls in the Custom Setup view, or by changing values in the Individual Parameters view. This effect is available for 5.1

Note: Though the Exponential Fade transition is similar to the Constant Power transition, it is more gradual.More Help topicsLegal Notices | Onl

Creating common resultsTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the topFade in videoPicture-in-picture (PIP) and split screenZoom and pan a still im

To the topTo the topTime rulersPlayheadNote:Current time displaysDuration displayZoom scroll barsYou can also close all clips and the Source Monitor i

To the topPull DirectionA Stability value that is too low doesn’t allow the lightning to be stretched into an arc before it snaps back. A value that

Duration and speedTo the topTo the topTo the topView the total duration of selected clipsChange the default duration for still imagesChange speed and

3. Do any of the following:To change the duration without changing the speed of the selected clips, click the gang button so that it shows a broken l

spread out beyond one frame, the halves form a speed change transition. Here, you can apply linear or smooth curves to ease in or ease out thechange b

Moving a speed keyframe up or down. Note its separable halves.A. Speed keyframe B. Rubber band3. Do one of the following:Drag the rubber band on eith

every clip in a video track. Zoom in, if necessary, to make enough room in the clip to display the menu.)A horizontal rubber band that controls the sp

To the topTo the top3. Click the Toggle Animation button next to the word Speed, to set it to the off position.This action deletes any existing speed

Blue curve control in gray area between halves of a freeze frame speed keyframe6. (Optional) To change the acceleration or deceleration of the speed

Video effects and transitions referenceTo the topEffects listTransitions listAdjust effectsBlur and Sharpen effectsChannel effectsColor Correction eff

Color correction effectsDistort effectsGenerate effectsImage control effects385

Note:To the topTo the topTo the topcontract and expand the bar. You can also scroll the mouse wheel in the areas outside of the bars for the same expa

Keying effectsNoise and grain effectsPerspective effectsStylize effectsTime effectsTransform effects386

To the topUtility effectsVideo effectsTransitions list3D Motion transitionsCube SpinCurtain (Windows only)Doors (Windows only)Flip OverFold Up (Window

To the topWipe transitionsBarn Doors Wipe transitionGradient Wipe transitionInset Wipe transitionWipe transitionTransition effectsAdjust effectsAuto C

Extract effectThe Extract effect removes colors from a video clip, creating a grayscale image. Pixels with luminance values less than the Black Input

To the topBlur and Sharpen effectsAntialias effect (Windows only)The Antialias effect blends the edges between areas of highly contrasting colors. Whe

To the topGaussian Blur effectThe Gaussian Blur effect blurs and softens the image and eliminates noise. You can specify that the blur is horizontal,

Blend With Original The effect’s transparency. The result of the effect is blended with the original image, with the effect result composited on top.T

To the topSet Matte effectThe Set Matte effect replaces the alpha channel (matte) of a clip with a channel from a clip in a different video track. Thi

How To Make Color Safe How to reduce signal amplitude:Reduce Luminance Reduces a pixel’s brightness by moving it toward black. This setting is the de

[output channel]-[input channel] The percentage of the input channel value to add to the output channel value. For example, a Red-Greensetting of 10 i

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Hue Balance And Angle Controls hue balance and hue angle using a color wheel. The small circle moves about the center of the wheel andcontrols the hue

Output Lets you view adjustments in the Program monitor as the final results (Composite) or tonal value adjustments (Luma), display of the alphamatte

RGB Color Corrector effectThe RGB Color Corrector effect adjusts the color in a clip by applying adjustments to the tonal ranges that you define for t

Show Split View Displays one part of the image as the corrected view and the other part of the image as the uncorrected view.Layout Determines whether

adjustment can be applied to highlights, midtones, and shadows.Highlight/Midtones/Shadows Balance Gain Adjusts brightness values by multiplication so

To the topVideo Limiter effectThe Video Limiter effect lets you limit the luminance and color in a clip so that they fall within parameters that you d

Vertical and Horizontal Decentering Displace the focal point of the lens, making the image bend and smear. At extreme settings, the imagewraps in on i

The Transform effect applies two-dimensional geometric transformations to a clip. Apply the Transform effect instead of using clip Fixed effects ifyou

To the topDirection The direction the wave travels across the image. For example, a value of 225° makes the waves travel diagonally from upper right t

Evolution Options Provide controls that render the effect for one short cycle and then loop it for the duration of your clip. Use these controls topre

Customizing the Project panelTo the topTo the topTo the topChange Project panel viewsWorking in List viewWorking in Icon viewCustomize List view colum

The Eyedropper Fill effect applies a sampled color to the source clip. This effect is useful for quickly picking a solid color from a sample point ont

See an example of the Lightning effect in this video tutorial.Start Point, End Point Where the lightning begins and ends.Segments The number of segmen

To the topeffect fills.View Threshold Shows what pixels match—that is, which pixels are within the Tolerance value of the color values of the Fill Poi

To the topin the box to toggle the effect off.Color Balance (RGB) effectThe Color Balance (RGB) effect changes the amount of red, green, and blue in a

Chroma Key effectA. Original image B. Blue color keyed out C. Image on second track D. Final composite imageThe following Chroma Key effect settings a

Mid Point Chooses the balance point for the contrast value. Values range from 0 through 100. 0 does not affect the image. The default value is50.Spill

1. Find a frame of your foreground clip that consists only of the static background. You will use this frame as a matte. Save this frame as animage f

Image Matte Key effectThe Image Matte Key effect keys out areas of a clip’s image based on the luminance values of a still image clip, which serves as

White background of original (top and left) is removed using the Luma Key effect and composited over underlying layer (right).Adjust the following set

Remove a black or white matteIf you imported a clip that contains a solid black or white matte that’s premultiplied (merged into the RGB channels inst

To the topIn Premiere Pro CS6, Icon view has the following features:Use the Zoom slider to increase or decrease the size of icons. Icons can be zoomed

To the topAdd an opacity key to the superimposed image,Insert the still image into another sequence, and superimpose the sequence containing the still

To the topOriginal Alpha How to apply the noise to the alpha channel:Add Produces equal amounts of noise in the transparent and opaque areas of the c

Basic 3D effect: Swivel (left), Swivel and Tilt (center), and Swivel, Tilt, and Distance (right)Swivel Controls horizontal rotation (rotation around a

To the topShadow Color The color of the shadow.Note: The colors of the clip may override the Shadow Color if you choose Glass Edges from the Render c

Paint On Transparent Causes only the strokes themselves to appear, leaving the clip transparent between the strokes.Paint On White/Paint On Black Ap

Stretch Width or Height The width or height of the fractal used to calculate the roughness.Offset (Turbulence) Determines the portion of the fractal s

To the topTo the topEffect applied with threshold settings of 44 (left), 70 (center), and 200 (right)Time effectsEcho effectThe Echo effect combines f

To the topThe Camera View effect distorts a clip by simulating a camera viewing the clip from different angles. By controlling the location of the cam

The Gradient Wipe effect causes pixels in the clip to become transparent based on the luminance values of corresponding pixels in another videotrack,

To the topTo the topWipe Specifies whether the transition moves clockwise or counterclockwise, or alternates between the two.Original image (left), an

Note:IntegerRealTextBooleanNameLabelMedia DurationNote:Video DurationAudio DurationVideo InfoVideo UsageAudio UsageTape NameDescriptionboxes next to t

To the topTimecode Source Chooses the source for the timecode:Clip Displays the timecode starting at 0 from the beginning of the clip.Media Displays

Eliminate flicker Thin lines and sharp edges in images sometimes flicker when shown on interlaced displays, such as many TV screens. The Anti-flicker

Interlacing and field orderTo the topTo the topInterlaced video, noninterlaced video, and progressive scanningAbout field dominance and field reversal

To the topTo the topThe clip is set to play backward.Create interlaced or non-interlaced clipsOrdinarily, individual interlaced fields aren’t apparen

Modifying and customizing transitionsTo the topTo the topDisplay transitions in the Effect Controls panelAdjust transition alignmentMove a cut and tra

To the topTo the top1. In a Timeline panel, zoom in so that you can clearly see the transition.2. Drag the transition over the cut to reposition it.

To the topTo the topLengthening a transition’s duration requires that one or both clips have enough trimmed frames to accommodate a longer transition.

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Motion: position, scale, and rotate a clipTo the topAdjust position, scale, and rotationScale assetsAnimate motion in the Program MonitorAdjust or ani

To the topTo the topScale assetsWhen you drag an asset into a sequence, by default Premiere Pro preserves its frame size and centers the asset in the

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To the topClick the Transform icon next to Motion in the Effect Controls panel.Handles appear around the clip’s perimeter in the Program Monitor.Not

By default, a clip anchor point is set at the exact center of a clip. You can change the position of a clip in relation to its frame or motion path,h

Transition overview: applying transitionsTo the topClip handles and transitionsSingle- and double-sided transitionsApplying transitionsApply a transit

To the topTo the topA clip with handlesA. Media Start B. Handle C. In point D. Out point E. Handle F. Media EndIn some cases, the source media may not

To the topTo the topTo the topeither starts or ends at the cut.If neither clip contains trimmed frames, the transition automatically centers over the

To the topTo the top1. Do one of the following:Choose Edit > Preferences > General (Windows), or Premiere Pro > Preferences > General (M

Animation and keyframes442

Adding, navigating, and setting keyframesTo the topView keyframes and graphsMove the current-time indicator to a keyframeAdd, select, and delete keyfr

A. Value graph B. Velocity graphView keyframes and properties in a Timeline panelIf you’ve added keyframes to animate an effect, you can view them and

To the top4. (Optional) Use the Zoom In control to magnify the clip so that the effect menu appears at the top of the track. You can also drag thebou

Basic workflowThe steps you take in editing video, from import or capture through final output, make up your workflow. The basic workflow describes th

To the topKeyframe navigatorA. Keyframe navigator in Effect Controls panel B. Current-time indicator C. Keyframe navigator in Timeline panelAdd, selec

To the topIf you want to modify or copy a keyframe, first select it in a Timeline panel. Unselected keyframes appear hollow; selected keyframes appear

2. In the Effect Controls panel, click the triangle to expand the controls for the effect.3. Click the triangle next to a property’s name to displa

Moving and copying keyframesTo the topTo the topTo the topMove keyframes in timeDetermine keyframe snappingCopy and paste keyframesMove keyframes in t

If the current-time indicator is positioned within a selected clip, keyframes are pasted in that clip.If audio keyframes are cut or copied, Premiere

Controlling effect changes using keyframe interpolationTo the topTo the topAbout interpolationChange the keyframe interpolation methodControl change u

To the topTo the topAuto Bezier Creates a smooth rate of change through a keyframe. As you change a keyframe’s value, the Auto Bezier direction handle

Such adjustments can simulate real-world motion. For example, you can change the motion of a clip so that it slows down just before a keyframeand the

Optimize keyframe automation Automating audio changes in the Audio Mixer can create more keyframes than necessary in the audio track, causing a degrad

Compositing455

For an overview of the Premiere Pro workflow, see this video from Video2Brain and Learn by Video, presented by Maxim Jago.To get started editing quick

Compositing, alpha channels, and adjusting clip opacityTo the topAlpha channels and mattesAbout keyingSpecify clip opacity in a Timeline panelComposit

To the topTo the topTo the topproportion to their degree of transparency.Some software lets you specify the background color with which the channels a

Applications such as Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator can save clips with their original alpha channels, or addalpha chann

Blending modesTo the topBlend mode referenceYou can select the way in which Premiere Pro blends, or superimposes, a clip on a track in a Timeline with

stroke with this blend mode results in a darker color.Color Burn The result color is a darkening of the source color to reflect the underlying layer c

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Workflow and overview for exportingTo the topTo the topTypes of exportingAdobe Media EncoderWorkflow for exporting video and audio filesFAQ: "How

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Formats exported directly from Premiere Pro In addition to the file formats exported by Adobe Media Encoder, Premiere Pro exports several file formats

Source Monitor, Program Monitor, and Timeline panelYou add clips to a sequence in a Timeline panel by dragging them there or by using the Insert or Ov

Export to Panasonic P2 format When you have finished editing a Panasonic P2 sequence you can export the sequence to a hard disk or back to a P2 card.

Exporting OMF files for Pro ToolsTo the topTo the topExport an OMF file for Pro ToolsFeatures supported in OMF filesTips for importing OMF files into

To the topStereo Balance Premiere Pro applies clip balance to the Clip Gain effect for the clip. Premiere Pro does not apply Audio Mixer balance, as

Export a still image For a video demonstrating the export of a frame, see the Adobe website.The Export Frame buttons in the Source Monitor and Progra

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Working with Adobe SpeedGrade CS6To the topTo the topNote:To the topAbout Adobe SpeedGrade CS6Send a sequence to Adobe SpeedGrade CS6Video tutorial: L

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Exporting for the Web and mobile devicesTo the topTo the topMoving assets between Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe FlashTips for creating FLV and F4V file

To the topframe rate of an FLA file, use the Advanced Video Encoding settings in the FLV Import wizard.Select a frame size that fits your data rate an

task. Alternatively, you can view and adjust transitions and a clip’s effect keyframes in a Timeline panel. (See Transition overview: applyingtransiti

Note: For tips on making movies smaller, see the online Help for After Effectsand Adobe Premiere Pro.Match the color palette to the correct mobile d

Exporting projects for other applicationsTo the topTo the topExport a project as an EDL fileExporting AAF filesExport a Final Cut Pro project XML file

To the top2. In the Save Converted Project As dialog box, browse to a location for the AAF file, and type a file name. Click Save.3. In the AAF Expo

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Exporting to videotapeTo the topTo the topPrepare for exporting to DV videotapeExport a sequence to tape with device controlExport a sequence to tape

To the top2. Activate the sequence you want to export, and position the work area bar over the section of the sequence you want to export.To place t

Export Settings dialog box and Encore New Project dialog boxAdobe recommendsHave a tutorial you would like to share?Adobe Premiere Pro CS5: Welcome to

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Default keyboard shortcuts in CS6To the topTo the topFind keyboard shortcutsVideo: New keyboard shortcuts in Adobe Premiere Pro CS6Video: Keyboard sho

ApplicationPanelsToolsNote:To the topTo the topAdobe Premiere Pro Factory Defaults (Adobe Premiere Pro CS5)Adobe Premiere Pro CS5.5 (Adobe Premiere Pr

To the topTo the topClick the Clipboard button.Start a new document in a text editor.Paste the contents of the clipboard into the document.Selecting t

To the topEditImport from Media Browser Ctrl+Alt+I Opt+Cmd+IImport Ctrl+I Cmd+IMedia Ctrl+M Cmd+MSelect Ctrl+Shift+H Shift+Cmd+HHelp F1 F1Result Windo

To the topTo the topViewing panelsCapture panelSet Work Area Bar Out Point Alt+] Opt+]Slip Clip Selection Left 5 Frames Ctrl+Alt+Shift+Left Arrow Opt+

To the topTo the topMulti-Camera MonitorProject panelRecord Audio ARecord Video VNavigate through editable fields TabCancel capture EscEject EFast for

To the topTimeline PanelExtend selection down Shift+Down Arrow Shift+Down ArrowExtend selection left Shift+Left Arrow Shift+Left ArrowExtend selection

Set work area bar Out point Alt +] Option+]Clear In and Out points Ctrl+Shift+X Opt+XClear In point Ctrl+Shift+I Opt+IClear selection Backspace Delete

Play forward at normal speed L LPlay forward one frame at a time Hold K while pressing L Hold K while pressing LPlay forward slowly (8 fps) Hold down

What's new in CS6To the topTo the topNew features overviewIntroduction to Adobe Premiere Pro CS6Redesigned, customizable user interfaceNew defaul

To the topTitlerResult Windows Mac OSArc tool A ADecrease kerning by five units Alt+Shift+Left Arrow Option+Shift+Left ArrowDecrease kerning by one un

To the topTo the topTo the topType alignmentTrim Monitor panelPlayback ResolutionPosition objects to the left title-safe margin Ctrl+Shift+F Command+S

To the topTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the topAudio Mixer PanelEffects PanelWorkspaceMedia Browser PanelHistory PanelResult Windows Mac OSShow/Hid

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Default keyboard shortcuts (CS5 and CS5.5)To the topTo the topNote:Find keyboard shortcutsCustomize or load keyboard shortcutsRemove shortcutsPrint ke

To the topTo the topTo the topTo the topFranklin McMahon provides a video tutorial on the Layers Magazine website that shows how to customize keyboard

To the topTo the topCapture panel (keyboard shortcuts)Multi-Camera Monitor (keyboard shortcuts)Effect Controls panel Shift+5Effects panel Shift+7Sourc

To the topTo the topProject panel (keyboard shortcuts)Timeline panel (keyboard shortcuts)Select Camera 2 2Select Camera 3 3Select Camera 4 4Step Back

Set work area bar In point Alt+[ Option+[Set work area bar Out point Alt +] Option+]Clear In and Out points G GClear In point D DClear selection Backs

To the topTitler (keyboard shortcuts)repeatedly until playing at the desiredspeed. Release Shift.repeatedly until playing at the desiredspeed. Release

Redesigned Source and Program MonitorsThe Source and Program monitors have been redesigned to be more customizable.Customizable button bar.Timecode nu

Arc tool A ADecrease kerning by five units Alt+Shift+Left Arrow Option+Shift+Left ArrowDecrease kerning by one unit Alt+Left Arrow Option+Left ArrowDe

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PreferencesTo the topTo the topChange preferencesGeneral preferencesAppearance preferencesAudio PreferencesAudio Hardware preferencesAudio Output Mapp

To the topTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the topBin behavior when double-clicking on a bin, or double-clicking with the Shift or Option keys can be

To the topTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the top1. Choose Edit > Preferences > Auto Save (Windows) or Premiere Pro > P

To the topTo the topTo the topand sequences for the following:Source MonitorProgram Monitorthe preview area at the top of the Project panelTrim Monit

Adobe Dynamic LinkTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the topAdobe Dynamic Link (CS6)About Dynamic LinkDynamic Link performanceCreate and link to After E

To the topTo the topTo the topCreate a dynamically linked composition from Adobe Premiere Pro or EncoreCreating a new dynamically linked composition f

To the topthe sequence settings from Premiere Pro and maintains a dynamic link to After Effects. You can edit the composition in Premiere Pro or in A

Cross-application workflowsTo the topTo the topEdit a clip in its original applicationWorking with Photoshop and Premiere ProCopy between After Effect

To the topEditing workflow improvementsMercury Playback Engine improvementsThe Adobe Mercury Transmit feature enables third-party capture cards to plu

To the topwork in Photoshop. Similarly, if you are applying several paint strokes by hand to get rid of dust, consider using the Photoshop paint tools

Copy from After Effects to Adobe Premiere ProYou can copy a layer based on a footage item from an After Effects composition and paste it into an Adobe

To the topinto After Effects.1. Select an asset from the Adobe Premiere Pro Timeline panel.2. Choose Edit > Copy.3. In After Effects, open a com

To the topTo the topaccurate video editing, including tools for optimizing video files for playback on computer screens and mobile devices.Adobe Flash

To the topTo the topPreview the discCheck the functionality and the look of your DVD or Blu-ray Disc menus in the Preview DVD window.Burn the discWit

Cross-platform workflow You can work on a project across computer platforms. For example, you can start on Windows and continue on Mac OS. A few funct

Finding and customizing keyboard shortcutsTo the topTo the topFind keyboard shortcutsCustomize or load keyboard shortcutsRemove shortcutsPrint keyboar

To the topTo the top6. Type the shortcut you want to use for the item. The Keyboard Customization dialog box displays an alert if the shortcut you c

Setting up your systemTo the topTo the topPremiere Pro trial versionsSet up a DV or HDV systemSet up an SD-SDI, HD-SDI, or component systemSet up a fi

To the topDV/HDV setupA. Computer and computer monitor B. 6-pin FireWire port and connector C. 4-pin FireWire port and connector D. DV/HDV camcorder E

To the topmarkers is now available in clip markers. Customize markers in the redesigned Marker dialog box. View all of your clip markers in the newMar

To the topfrom the video outputs of the computer or breakout box to the video inputs of the device. Also run video cables from the video outputs of th

To the topTo the top2. Connect the output of the computer sound card to computer speakers or audio amplifier.3. Connect the video outputs from the c

To the topTo the topTo the topTo the topASIO drivers for the device. If the sound card does not have manufacturer-supplied ASIO drivers, choose Premie

earlier project after editing another project with different scratch disk locations, Premiere Pro will seek out the files belonging to the earlier pro

To the topTo the topdoes not support capturing audio separate from video.) Set the locations for new files by choosing Edit > Preferences > Scr

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Creating and changing projectsTo the topCreate a projectReview project settingsProject Settings dialog boxOpen a projectDelete a project fileMoving a

To the topTo the topTo the topTo create a project without a sequence, click Cancel.5. (Optional) If you want to change where Premiere Pro stores vari

To the topTo the topSkip All Like Skip, Skip All replaces all missing files with temporary offline files.Important: Select Skip or Skip All only whe

Archiving projects The Premiere Pro Project Manager can help facilitate an efficient workflow by performing two functions: reducing the storage needs