I realized that since the 2019 version and on the 2020 and 2021 versions of Media Composer, the "Batch re-import" function no longer works. The message: "Imported 0 of 1 clips. See console for more information." So I've attached a screenshot of the console (and the Batch re-import... (read more)

For those seeking enlightenment, please take a look at my updated website: www.avid-companion.co.uk where you'll find a sample chapter of my book, The Media Composer Companion along with a couple of video tutorials (more to come). Roger Shufflebottom (read more)

Hi all - I'd like to share a bug I found when doing Video Mixdowns. I start by duplicating my target sequence, open the duplicate sequence, In-Out the timeline, then video mixdown to dnxHD HQ. The mixdown completes but views as Media Offline in the preview window. Same goes for audio mixdowns. I... (read more)

Please note I am using Avid Media First The video i am using was supposed to be imported but avid would not allow me to import it (it said the file format was not supported) so i linked the video instead. Now the footage is glitchy. The format is supposed to be 1080p/25 but on avid it is 2160p/25. I... (read more)

I would first like to note that I am using Avid First, not the full version. I have a video file that was supposed to be imported but avid wouldn't allow me to import it (it said the file format was not supported) so i linked it instead. Now the video footage is glitchy and I can't figure out... (read more)

Hi, I have some shots where we can see the lights on the stage and I was wondering what is the best way to hide/remove or mask them? The background is almost black as you can see in the photos I uploaded. (read more)

When I add a transition from effect palette (not quick transition) the transition is added in opposite direction to the clips in time line ¿How may I change the direction of transition and the duration like quick transition? The effect editor let change the way of working of the transition effect... (read more)

I'm about to link to my master file and bring it into the project bin. I only want the video, no audio. How do I create the settings in Media Composer to only import video and not audio? Windows/MC2019 Thanks (read more)

I have exported directly from AMA link futage. I haven't seen any problem. Am I missing something ? Should I always transcode before export for any reason ? (read more)

So I am totaly NEW at this like never done this before, but im jumping in. What formats of video can I use on the timeline? like can I use Adobe Spark or PhotoShop? and Im assuming video and stills from my camera? Sorry for the dumb question. TIA (read more)