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Test Transcode Tip
Before committing to a long transcoding session, do a quick test with a small section of
the source media file. If there is a problem (such as an incorrect setting or a reference file
that can’t find the files it is referencing), you can make the correction without losing a
lot of time. Such tests also allow you to preview Encoder pane and Frame Controls results
that are not visible in the Preview window. For a quick way to select a small section of
the source media file, see Transcoding a Portion of the Clip with the Preview Window.
Make sure the test section is specific to the type of settings you applied. For example,
pick a high motion section if you’re doing frame rate or field order conversions with Frame
Controls.
About the History Window
The History window provides quick access to all previously submitted batches, allowing
you to conveniently resubmit batches by dragging them to the Batch window and view
submission details about when particular job batches were submitted from your computer.
Click the disclosure
triangle to see the details
of that day’s submissions.
The History window organizes its contents by the submission date. You can change the
order in which the contents are sorted by clicking the Reverse Sort Order button along
the bottom of the History window. You can also clear the contents of the History window
by clicking the Clear button or remove selected items by selecting them and pressing
the Delete key.
123Chapter 8 Finalizing Jobs and Submitting Batches