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Avid Media Composer Editing Guide • 0130-07971-02 • December 2010
This guide contains the task-oriented instructions, conceptual information, and reference
information you need to use the features of your Avid editing application. The contents of
this guide is also available in the Help.
This guide is intended for all users, from beginning to advanced.
Unless noted otherwise, the material in this document applies to the Windows
Mac OS
on a Windows system, but the information applies to both Windows and Mac OS X systems.
Where differences exist, both Windows and Mac OS X screen shots are shown.
The documentation describes the features and hardware of all models. Therefore, your
n
system might not contain certain features and hardware that are covered in the
documentation.
Symbols and Conventions
Avid documentation uses the following symbols and conventions:
®
X operating systems. The majority of screen shots in this document were captured
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and
Symbol or Convention Meaning or Action
n
c
w
>This symbol indicates menu commands (and subcommands) in the
A note provides important related information, reminders,
recommendations, and strong suggestions.
A caution means that a specific action you take could cause harm to
your computer or cause you to lose data.
A warning describes an action that could cause you physical harm.
Follow the guidelines in this document or on the unit itself when
handling electrical equipment.
order you select them. For example, File > Import means to open the
File menu and then select the Import command.
This symbol indicates a single-step procedure. Multiple arrows in a list
indicate that you perform one of the actions listed.
Symbol or Convention Meaning or Action
(Windows), (Windows
only), (Macintosh), or
(Macintosh only)
Bold fontBold font is primarily used in task instructions to identify user interface
Italic fontItalic font is used to emphasize certain words and to indicate variables.
Courier Bold font
Ctrl+key or mouse actionPress and hold the first key while you press the last key or perform the
If You Need Help
If you are having trouble using your Avid product:
1. Retry the action, carefully following the instructions given for that task in this guide. It
is especially important to check each step of your workflow.
2. Check the latest information that might have become available after the documentation
was published:
-If the latest information for your Avid product is provided as printed release notes,
they are shipped with your application and are also available online.
This text indicates that the information applies only to the specified
operating system, either Windows or Macintosh OS X.
items and keyboard sequences.
Courier Bold font identifies text that you type.
mouse action. For example, Command+Option+C or Ctrl+drag.
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-If the latest information for your Avid product is provided as a ReadMe file, it is
supplied on your Avid installation CD or DVD as a PDF document
(README_product.pdf) and is also available online.
You should always check online for the most up-to-date release notes or ReadMe
because the online version is updated whenever new information becomes
available. To view these online versions, select ReadMe from the Help menu, or visit
the Knowledge Base at www.avid.com/readme.
3. Check the documentation that came with your Avid application or your hardware for
maintenance or hardware-related issues.
4. Visit the online Knowledge Base at www.avid.com/onlinesupport. Online services are
available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Search this online Knowledge Base to find
answers, to view error messages, to access troubleshooting tips, to download updates,
and to read or join online message-board discussions.
Accessing the Goodies Folder
Avid supplies a Goodies folder located on the editing application DVD. Access the Goodies
folder by browsing the DVD. This folder contains programs and files you might find useful
when trying to perform functions beyond the scope of your Avid editing application.
The information in the Goodies folder is provided solely for your reference and as
suggestions for you to decide if any of these products fit into your process. Avid is not
responsible for the manufacture, support, or sales of these products. Avid is also not
responsible for any loss of data or time, or any other adverse results related to the use of
these products. All risks of using such products or accessing such Web sites are entirely your
own. The Web sites listed in the Goodies folder are not under the control of Avid, and Avid
is not responsible for their content, any changes or updates to them, or the collection of any
personal data or information by the operators of such Web sites. All information and product
availability is subject to change without notice.
Avid Training Services
Avid makes lifelong learning, career advancement, and personal development easy and
convenient. Avid understands that the knowledge you need to differentiate yourself is always
changing, and Avid continually updates course content and offers new training delivery
methods that accommodate your pressured and competitive work environment.
Accessing the Goodies Folder
For information on courses/schedules, training centers, certifications, courseware, and
books, please visit www.avid.com/support and follow the Training links, or call Avid Sales
at 800-949-AVID (800-949-2843).
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1Editing Overview
The topics in this chapter provide an overview of the editing workflow:
•Editing Workflow
•Starting a Project
•Preparing to Edit
•Editing a Sequence
•Outputting a Sequence
Editing Workflow
Your editing workflow depends on a variety of factors. For example, you might work on a
standard-definition video project, a film project, or an HD project.
The following procedure lists the basic steps for editing a sequence and refers you to
sections of the documentation for more information.
1. Create or open a project.
For more information, see “Starting a Project” on page 37.
2. Set the appropriate Project settings and create a bin structure.
For more information, see “Working with the Project Window” on page 73.
3. Capture or import the media.
For more information, see “Preparing for Capture” on page 163, “Capturing Media” on
page 229, and “Importing Files” on page 293.
4. Organize your bins to suit your project’s needs.
For more information, see “Working with Bins” on page 335.
5. View your clips in advance and mark IN and OUT points, or create subclips based on
selected portions of your master clips.
For more information, see “Viewing and Marking Footage” on page 485.
6. Build your sequence in the Timeline.
1 Editing Overview
For more information, see “Creating and Editing Sequences” on page 559 and “Using
the Timeline” on page 645.
7. Use Trim mode, Effect mode, and Color Correction mode to fine-tune your edits and
effects.
For more information, see “Working with Trim Edits” on page 709 and the Effects and
Color Correction Guide for your Avid editing application.
8. Add any titles you need.
For more information, see the “Creating Titles” and “Editing with Titles” chapters in the
Effects and Color Correction Guide for your Avid editing application.
9. Use audio tools to adjust and mix multiple audio tracks and prepare for final output.
For more information, see “Working with Audio” on page 737.
10. Export the sequence or output a digital cut.
For more information, see “Exporting Frames, Clips, or Sequences” on page 955 or
“Generating Output” on page 987.
If you are working in an offline to online project, see “Conforming and Transferring
Projects” on page 1055.
Starting a Project
Whenever you start to work on a new project, follow these basic steps:
1. Turn on your equipment in a prescribed order and start your Avid editing application.
For more information, see “Turning on Your Equipment” on page 37.
2. Select or create a new project
For more information, see “Starting a Project” on page 37.
3. Select the Project settings from the Settings list.
For more information, see “Working with the Project Window” on page 73.
4. Create and organize bins.
For more information, see “Working with Bins” on page 335.
5. Back up your project on a regular basis.
For more information, see “Starting a Project” on page 37.
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