Adobe Premier Pro

What does it mean to key a clip?

A key is usually a special effect where the color or brightness of pixels is used to define which part of the image should be transparent and which part should be visible.

What is an easy way to gradually increase the audio level at the beginning of a clip?

Apply an audio-cross fade transition to the beginning of the clip.

How do you apply a blend mode to a clip?

Choose a blend mode from the Blend Mode menu in the Opacity category in the Effect Controls panel.

How do you access the Lumetri Scopes panel when not viewing the Color workspace?

Choose the Lumetri Scopes panel, like all panels, from the Window menu.

How can you quickly filter the display of clips in the Project panel to make finding a clip easier?

Click the Search field, and start typing the name of the clip you are looking for. Premiere Pro hides clips that don't match what you typed and reveals those that do.

What is the difference between an overwrite edit and an insert edit?

Clips added to a sequence using an overwrite edit replace any content already in the sequence where they are placed. Clips added to a sequence using an insert edit displace existing clips, pushing them later (to the right) and making the sequence longer.

Explain three ways to change the duration of a transition.

Drag the edge of the transition icon in the Timeline, d other same thing in the Effect Controls panel's A/B timeline display, or change the Duration value in the Effect Controls panel. You can also double-click the transition icon in the Timeline panel and change the Duration value in the dialog box that appears.

What are two ways to apply an effect to a clip?

Drag the effect to the clip, or select the clip and double-click the effect in the Effects panel.

How do you replace transitions with another one?

Drag the replacement transition on top of the transition you're rejecting. The new automatically replaces the old.

Which option in the Audio Clip Mixer must be enabled before you can use the fader controls to add keyframes to sequence clips during playback?

Enable the Write Keyframes option for each track you would like to add keyframes to.

What Internet-ready export options are available in Adobe Media Encoder?

H.264

What encoding format should you use when exporting to most mobile devices?

H.264

When dragging clips directly into the Timeline Panel, what modifier key (command/Ctrl, shift, or Option/Alt) should you use to make an insert edit rather than an overwrite edit?

Hold the Command (macOS) or Ctrl (Windows) key when dragging a clip into the Timeline panel to make an insert edit rather than an overwrite edit.

How much of your source clip will be added to a sequence if the source clip has no In or Out points and there are no In or Out points in the sequence?

If you don't add In or Out points to your source clip, the entire clip will be added the sequence. Setting an In point, an Out point, or both will limit the portion of the source clip used in the edit.

Why would you choose the Project Manager option called Collect Files And Copy To New Location?

If you have imported media files from lots of different locations on your computer, it can be difficult to find everything and stay organized. By using the Project Manager to collect all the media files into one location, you'll make it easier to manage your project media files.

How can you choose a different angle after closing the Multi-Camera view?

If you want to swap the camera angle, right-click it in the Timeline, choose Multi-Camera from the context menu, and choose the camera angle you want to use, or press the corresponding keyboard shortcut, 1-9. You can also use any of the trimming tools in the Timeline to adjust the edit points for an angle.

Why would you choose to make a clip offline?

If you're working with low-resolution copies of your media files, you'll want to make your clips offline so you can reimport them at full resolution.

Why might you need to limit your luminance or color levels?

If your sequence is intended for broadcast television, you'll need to ensure you meet the stringent requirements for maximum and minimum levels. The broadcaster you're working with will be able to tell you the required levels.

How can you change the way clip audio channels are interpreted?

In the Project panel, right-click the clip you want to change and choose Modify > Audio Channels. Choose the correct option (usually by selecting a preset) and click OK.

What do In and Out points do?

In the Source Monitor and in the Project panel, In and Out points define the part of a clip you would like to use in a sequence. On the Timeline, In and Out points are used to define parts of your sequence you want to remove, edit, render, or export as a file.

How can you send a clip to Adobe Audition directly from the Premiere Pro timeline?

It's easy to send a clip to Audition. Right-click the clip and choose Edit Clip In Adobe Audition.

How should you choose a sequence preset?

It's generally best to choose a preset that matches your original footage to minimize conversion during playback. Premiere Pro makes this easy by describing the presets in terms of camera systems.

Where can you find the more detailed controls for the options you set using the Essential Sound panel?

Most adjustments you make using the Essential Sound panel are applied as effects to clips. You can find the detailed controls by selecting a clip and looking in the Effect Controls panel.

List three ways to add a keyframe.

Move the playhead in the Effect Controls panel to where you want a keyframe and activate keyframing by clicking the "Toggle animation" button; move the playhead and click the Add/Remove Keyframe button; and with keyframing activated, move the playhead to a position and change a parameter.

Must you wait for Adobe Media Encoder to finish processing its queue before working on a new Premiere Pro project?

No. Adobe Media Encoder is a stand-alone application. You can work in other applications or even start a new Premiere Pro project while the render queue is processed.

Does Premiere Pro CC need to convert P2, XDCAM, R3D, ARRIRAW, or AVCHD footage when it is imported?

No. Premiere Pro CC can edit P2, XDCAM, R3D, ARRIRAW, and AVCHD, as well as many other formats, natively.

If you change the name of a clip in the Project panel, does it change the name of the media file it links to on your hard drive?

No. You can duplicate, rename, or delete clips in your Project panel, and nothing will happen to your original media files.

What is the difference between normalization and gain?

Normalization automatically adjusts the Gain setting for a clip based on the original peak amplitude. You use the Gain setting to make manual adjustments.

How do you change the List view column headings displayed in the Project panel?

Open the Project panel menu and choose Metadata Display. Select the check box for any column heading you want to appear. You can also right-click a heading and choose Metadata Display to access the settings.

You want a clip to appear full-screen for a few seconds and then spin away. How do you make the Motion effect's Rotation feature start within a clip rather than at the beginning?

Position the playhead where you want the rotation to begin, and click the Add/Remove Keyframe button or the stopwatch icon. Then move to where you want the spinning to end and change the Rotation parameter; another keyframe will appear.

Why is Premiere Pro considered a nonlinear editor?

Premiere Pro lets you place video clips, audio clips, and graphics anywhere in a sequence; rearrange items already in a sequence; add transitions; apply effects; and do any number of other video-editing steps in any order that suits you. You're not tied to a particular line of action.

What does the Remove Unused option in the Edit menu achieve?

Premiere Pro removes any clips from your project that are not used in a sequence. No media file is deleted

What is the difference between the RGB channels and the alpha channel?

RGB channels describe color information; the alpha channel describes opacity.

How do you drag just the video or audio part of a clip from the source monitor into a sequence?

Rather than grabbing the picture in the source monitor, drag and drop the filmstrip icon or the audio waveform icon at the bottom of the monitor to select only video or audio part of the clip.

What is the difference between replacing a clip and replacing footage?

Replacing a clip replaces a single sequence clip on the timeline with a new clip from the project panel. Replacing footage replaces a clip in the project panel with a new source clip. If the clip is in the sequence it is replaced with the new clip.

How do you change the display in the Lumetri Scopes panel?

Right-click in the panel or open the Settings menu and choose the display type you would like.

How do you change the way a media file's alpha channel is interpreted?

Right-click the file in the Project panel and choose Modify > Interpret Footage.

How would you use the Essential Sound panel to set an industry-standard audio level for dialogue clips?

Select the clips you want to adjust. In the Essential Sound panel, choose Dialogue as the audio type. Then, in the Loudness section, click Auto-Match.

How can you apply the default transition to multiple clips in a sequence?

Select the clips, and choose Sequence > Apply Default Transitions To Selection, or you can use the keyboard shortcut Shift+D.

Describe the basic video-editing workflow.

Shoot your video; transfer it to your computer; create a sequence by combining video, audio, and still-image clips in the Timeline panel; add effects and transitions; add text and graphics; mix your audio; and export the finished product.

Why display the title-safe zone?

Some TV sets cut off the edges of the picture. The amount lost varies from set to set. Keeping your text within the title-safe margin ensures that viewers will see all your title.

In the effects panel, how can you locate a transition effect by name?

Start typing the transition name in the Contains text box in the Effect panel. As you type, Premiere Pro displays all effects and transitions that have that letter combination anywhere in their name.

What is the difference between mono and stereo audio?

Stereo audio has two audio channels, and mono audio has one. It's the universal standard to record audio from a Left microphone as Channel 1 and audio from a Right microphone as Channel 2 when recording stereo sound.

What is the Media Browser used for?

The Media Browser allows you to browse and import media files without having to open an external file browser. It's particularly useful when you're working with file-based camera footage because you can easily preview footage.

What is one advantage of using the Media Browser rather than the File > Import method to import file-based media?

The Media Browser understands the complex folder structures for P2, XDCAM, and many other formats, and it shows you the clips in a visually friendly way.

If you want to add a drop shadow to a clip, why might you choose to use a different motion-related effect from the Motion fixed effect?

The Motion effect is the last effect applied to a clip. Motion takes whatever effects you apply before it (including Drop Shadow) and spins the entire assemblage as a single unit. To create a realistic drop shadow on a spinning object, use Transform or Basic 3D and then place a Drop Shadow effect below that in the Effect Controls panel.

Which fixed effect will move a clip in the frame?

The Motion effect lets you set a new position for a clip. If keyframes are used, the effect can be animated.

Will the Project Manager collect Dynamic Link assets, such as After Effects compositions, when creating a new project?

The Project Manager does not collect Dynamic Link assets when creating a new project. For this reason, it's a good idea to create any new Dynamic Link projects in the same location as your project folder or in a dedicated folder for your project. That way, it's easier to locate and copy the assets for the new project manually.

Which tool allows you to stretch a sequence clip to change its playback speed?

The Rate Stretch Tool allows you to adjust playback speed as if you were trimming.

What is the purpose of the Settings tab in the New Sequence dialog box?

The Settings tab is used to customize an existing preset or to create a new custom preset.

If you change the playback speed of a clip to 50%, what effect will this have on a clip duration?

The clip will be twice as long. Reducing a clip's speed causes the clip to become longer, unless the Speed and Duration parameters are unlinked in the clip speed/duration dialog box or the clip is blocked by another clip.

Describe five kinds of sync points for multicamera clips.

The five ways are In points, Out points, timecode, audio, and markers.

What is the difference between a J-cut and an L-cut?

The sound for the next clip begins before the visuals when using a J-cut (sometimes described as "audio leads video"). With L-cuts, the sound from the previous clip remains until after the visuals begin (sometimes described as "video leads audio").

What keyboard shortcuts can you use to play video and sound clips?

The spacebar plays and stops. J, K, and L can be used like a shuttle controller to play backward and forward, and the arrow keys can be used to move one frame backward or one frame forward. If you are using a trackpad, you may be able to position your pointer over the video in a monitor or over the Timeline panel and use gestures to scrub through the content.

Why should you use the vectorscope rather than depending on your eyes?

The way you perceive color is highly subjective and relative. Depending on the colors you have just seen, you will see new colors differently. The vectorscope display gives you an objective reference.

How do you create a new bin?

There are several ways to create a new bin: by clicking the New Bin button at the bottom of the Project panel, by choosing File > New > Bin, by right-clicking a blank area in the Project panel and choosing New Bin, or by pressing Command+B (macOS) or Ctrl+B (Windows). You can also drag and drop clips onto the New Bin button on the Project panel.

How do subclips help you stay organized?

Though subclips make little difference to the way Premiere Pro plays back video and sound, they make it easier for you to divide your footage into different bins. For larger projects with lots of longer clips, it can make a big difference to be able to divide content this way.

How do you add a marker to a clip or sequence?

To add a marker, click the Add Marker button at the bottom of the monitor or on the Timeline panel, press the M key, or use the Marker menu.

How do you apply a stroke or drop shadow?

To apply a stroke or drop shadow, select the text or object to edit, and enable the Stroke (Outer or Inner) or Shadow options in the Essential Graphics panel.

How do you use the Rectangle tool to make a perfect square?

To create a perfect square, hold down the Shift key as you draw using the Rectangle tool.

Name two ways to switch between angles in the Multi-Camera view.

To switch angles, you can either click the preview angle in the Program Monitor or, if your keyboard has the keys, use the corresponding shortcut key (1-9 along the top of the keyboard) for each angle.

Why would you choose to include handles when creating a trimmed project with the Project Manager?

Trimmed projects include only the parts of your clips used in sequences. To give yourself the flexibility to adjust your edit points later, you'd add handles; 30 frame handles would actually add 60 frames to the total duration of each clip because one handle is added at the beginning and end of each clip.

Is the Video 2 track in front of the Video 1 track or behind it?

Upper video tracks are always in front of lower ones.

What's a quick, easy way to remove electrical interference hum from clips?

Use the DeHum option in the Essential Sound panel to remove electrical interference hum. Try the 60Hz or 50Hz option, depending on the origin of your source footage.

How can you start an object rotating gradually and have it stop rotating slowly?

Use the Ease Out and Ease In options to change the keyframe interpolation to be gradual rather than sudden.

What's an easy way to export digital video if you want to create a self-contained file that closely matches the original quality of your sequence preview settings?

Use the Match Sequence Settings option in the Export dialog box.

How do you reduce the playback resolution in the source monitor or program monitor?

Use the Select Playback Resolution menu at the bottom of the monitor to change the playback resolution.

How can you view the waveforms for any clip that has audio in the Source Monitor?

Use the Settings menu on the Source Monitor to choose Audio Waveform. You can also click the Drag Audio Only button at the bottom of the Source Monitor. Clips in a sequence can display waveforms in the Timeline panel.

How can you isolate an individual sequence audio channel to hear only that channel?

Use the Solo buttons at the bottom of the audio meters to selectively hear an audio channel.

What is the difference between Delete and ripple Delete?

When you delete one or more clip segments in a sequence, a gap is left behind. when you ripple delete, no gap is left.

What is the difference between an extract edit and a lift edit?

When you extract a section of your sequence using in and out marks, no gap is left behind. When you lift a gap remains.

How do you create a custom sequence preset?

When you've chosen the settings you want for your custom preset on the Settings tab in the New Sequence dialog box, click the Save Preset button, give it a name and a description, and click OK.

How can you drag a panel to its own floating panel?

Yes. Drag the name of the panel while holding down Command (macOS) or Ctrl (Windows).

Can you save a customized workspace?

Yes. You can save any customized workspace by choosing Window > Workspaces > Save As New Workspace.

What's the difference between a slide edit and a slip edit?

You Slide a clip over adjacent clips, retaining the selected clip's original In and Out points. You slip a clip under adjacent clips changing the selected In and Out points.

How do you keyframe clip opacity?

You adjust clip opacity in the same way you adjust clip volume, in the Timeline panel or in the Effect Controls panel. To make an adjustment in the Timeline panel, make sure you're viewing the rubber band for the clip you want to adjust and then drag with the Selection tool. If you hold Command (macOS) or Ctrl (Windows) while clicking, you'll add keyframes. You can also work with keyframes using the Pen tool.

Describe how you can apply one effect to a range of clips.

You can add an adjustment layer above the clips you want to affect. You can then apply an effect that will modify all the clips below the layer. You can also select the clips you would like to apply the effect to and then drag the effect onto the group or double-click the effect in the Effects panel.

Describe how to save multiple effects to a custom preset.

You can click the Effect Controls panel and choose Edit > Select All. You can also Command-click (macOS) or Ctrl-click (Windows) multiple effects in the Effect Controls panel. Once the effects are selected, choose the Save Preset command from the Effect Controls panel menu.

How can you enable proxy media file creation when video is imported?

You can enable proxy media file creation in the Ingest settings. You'll find these in the Project Settings dialog box. You can also enable proxy creation by selecting the box at the top of the Media Browser. There's an Ingest Settings button there too.

When you're importing a layered Photoshop file, what are the four different ways to import the file?

You can merge all the visible layers in the Photoshop file into a single clip by choosing Merge All Layers from the Import As menu in the Import Layered File dialog box; or select the specific layers you want by choosing Merged Layers. If you want layers as separate clips, choose Individual Layers and select the layers to import, or choose Sequence to import the selected layers and create a new sequence from them.

Identify two ways to have the multicamera source and multicamera target sequences match settings.

You can right-click the multicamera source sequence and choose New Sequence From Clip, drag the multicamera source sequence onto the New Item button in the Project panel, or drag the multicamera source sequence into an empty sequence and let it auto-conform the settings.

Where can media cache files be stored?

You can store media cache files in any specified location or automatically on the same drive as the original files (when possible). The faster the storage for your cache, the better the playback performance.

How can you apply a look to a sequence?

You can use effect presets to apply the same color correction adjustments to multiple clips, or you can add an adjustment layer and apply the effects to that. Any clips on lower tracks covered by the adjustment layer will be affected.

Are there any limits to the kinds of clips you can use as a reference for the Track Matte Key effect?

You can use just about anything to create your key with the Track Matte Key effect, as long as it is positioned on a track above the clip you apply the effect to. You can apply special effects to the reference clip, and the results of those effects will be reflected in the matte. You can even use multiple clips because the setting is based on the track, rather than a particular clip.

What is the purpose of the Source Monitor and the Program Monitor?

You can view and trim your original footage in the Source Monitor and use the Program Monitor to view the contents of the current timeline sequence as you build it.

What are the differences between point text and paragraph (or area) text?

You create point text by clicking in the Program Monitor with the Type tool. Its text box expands as you type. When you drag in the Program Monitor with the Type tool, you define a bounding box, and the characters remain within its confines. Changing the box's shape displays more or fewer characters.

Dragging an effect onto a clip turns on its parameters in the Effect Controls panel, but you don't see the effect in the Program Monitor. Why not?

You need to move the Timeline playhead to the selected clip to see it in the Program Monitor. Selecting a clip does not move the playhead to that clip.

How would you select a sequence time range to work with in the Timeline panel?

You'll use In and Out points to define parts of your sequence you want to work with. For example, you might render when working with effects or export parts of your sequence to export as a file.

How can you import a sequence from another Premiere Pro project?

import the project file as you would import any media file. Premiere Pro will invite you to import the entire project or selected sequences. You can also browse inside project files with the Media Browser or even simply open the other project file to copy and paste between the two projects.

What is timecode?

is a universal system for counting hours, minutes, seconds, and individual frames of video