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External Matte Saver [EMS]
The External Matte Saver node
NOTE: The Resolve Connect category and External Matte Saver node are available
only in Fusion Studio.
External Matte Saver Node Introduction
The External Matte Saver node renders multiple mattes into multiple channels of an EXR file.
This file is intended to import into DaVinci Resolve’s Color page as an efficient way to deliver
multiple mattes for color grading. To perform the same operation with a traditional Saver node,
a Channel Boolean is needed to place each matte into a channel, and then name that channel
in the Saver. It requires a bit more of a set up. This node streamlines the process by providing
multiple inputs and naming the channel based on the node.
Inputs
By default, the node provides a single input for a 2D image you want to save as a matte.
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Input: Although initially there is only a single orange input for a matte to connect,
the Inspector provides an Add button for adding additional inputs. Each input uses a
new color, but all accept 2D RGBA images.
Basic Node Setup
The External Matte Saver node can be placed at the end of any node tree branch for saving
mattes. Below, it is connected to the Delta Keyer as well as three other mattes. Each matte
beyond the initial one is connected by clicking the Add button in the Inspector first, and then a
new input is provided on the node.
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