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Special functions and wizards 267
Special functions and wizards
In this chapter, we will introduce you to some of the especially useful special
functions.
Proxy editing
If performance deteriorates and playback becomes shaky due to hardware limitations,
hi-res source material or very complex projects, it is recommended to use proxy files
for editing. Lower resolution copies of the original file in a format that is better for
playback are created and used for the editing process. The original files in a higher
resolution are then used for the export process by default.
You can activate the "Create proxy files automatically" function directly in the start
dialog or at a later time in "File" > "Settings" > "Movie..." > "General movie settings".
By default this option is not selected.
When this option is activated, proxy files will automatically be created for all video
files imported to the arranger or the project folder.
Note: Make sure there is sufficient memory available if proxy files are going to be
created.
You can set the quality of the proxy files in the dialog (view page 261) "Configure
proxy and preview rendering" > "Presets". (Shortcut: Alt + R). The rendering process
can be cancelled by pressing the "ESC" key. Proxy files will not be created if the
quality settings for them are higher than the quality of the source material.
• It is not possible to create proxy files on an FAT file system (such as on an SD
card) so the source material for proxy files should be saved on an NTFS drive
(Windows standard).
Proxy files are not created for the preview on the source monitor. The conversion only
takes place when the material is moved from the source monitor to the project folder.
Now editing can be done more smoothly on the source monitor.
Tip: You can activate or deactivate proxy files using the Quick function (view page
65) for a smoother playback. This is useful during proxy editing if you want to
quickly check how an effect will look on the original material.
Use proxy files during rendering: If you want to burn your HD material to DVD, you
can reduce the rendering time. Activate the settings „Best performance for DVD“ in
the dialog (view page 261) „Configure proxy and preview rendering“ bef
ore the proxy
files are created. This will ensure that the quality of the proxy files is sufficient for