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Export Chapter Marker List from Adobe Premiere Pro

Recently, I needed to export a list of chapter markers and their timecode positions from a sequence in Adobe Premiere Pro. It wasn’t hard, but it also wasn’t obvious. Here’s how.

How to Expand the Storage Capacity of a RAID

It is generally possible to expand the storage capacity of an HDD RAID, without buying a new enclosure; which can save hundreds of dollars. Here’s what you need to know to add storage to your RAID.

Improve the Speed of Your Computer System [v]

Wondering how to improve the speed and performance of your computer – especially for video editing? In this short video excerpt Larry Jordan illustrates how to improve the speed of a video editing computer system by selecting the right storage for your edit.

Speed Requirements of Video Editing Storage

All too often, we think we need the biggest and fastest computer and storage to edit video. This analysis of storage speeds, media formats, and hardware shows how to maximize performance without breaking the bank.

Windows on the World – Display Technology on Steroids

Digital signage is a part of everyday life – but have you ever wondered how it works? Larry Jordan goes behind the scenes at the Peppermill Hotel & Resort to see how they do it.

Review: StreamVoodoo.com. Better Live Video – Except It Needs Help

StreamVoodoo allows you to stream high-quality live video to one person, a group or a crowd. No special software. No logins. No accounts. One click and they are in. The problem is figuring out how it works. That still needs help.

Keyframe Color Corrections in Premiere Pro

One of the hidden challenges in Adobe Premiere Pro is to adjust a color grade during playback. The Lumetri color panel provides tons of color controls, but no way to change them during playback. But, there IS a way. Here’s how.

Adobe Premiere Pro Productions Boost Editing Speed and Project Organization

Productions are Adobe’s system for handling large, complex, collaborative projects. Productions were designed for collaboration, but even single editors can benefit from the speed and organization Productions provide. Learn more.

UPDATED: Apple Releases Bug Fixes for Final Cut Pro, Motion and Compressor

The week, Apple released bug-fix versions of Final Cut Pro, Motion and Compressor. Here’s a list of what’s new and links to get more information.

Does Video Editing Need the Speed of the Internal Mac Drive?

Lou asked: “Should I partition the internal drive of a Mac to get the maximum speed for video editing?” The answer is no – but not for the reasons you might suspect. Larry Jordan provides the details on maximizing system speed.

New! Revert Trim Session in Premiere Pro

One of the new – and seemingly undocumented – features in Adobe Premiere is a new keyboard shortcut: Revert Trim Session. Surprisingly, it is also turned off by default. Here’s an illustrated explanation of what it does.

How Fast is Apple Final Cut Pro When Using M-series Macs? [v]

Wondering how fast your computer is compared to the latest Apple silicon Mac desktops? We have the answers! In this short video tutorial, Larry Jordan measures the differences in computer speed between Intel and Apple silicon Macs when running Apple Final Cut Pro and compressing video.

How Fast is Adobe Premiere Pro When Using M-series Macs? [v]

Wondering how fast your computer is compared to the latest Apple silicon Mac desktops? We have the answers! In this short video tutorial, Larry Jordan measures the differences in computer speed between Intel and Apple silicon Macs when running Adobe Premiere Pro and compressing video.

Explaining Data Storage RAIDs and How They Work [v]

As video images get bigger, faster and bigger storage becomes critical. Enter the RAID. In this short illustrated video tutorial, Larry Jordan explains what computer RAIDs are and the differences in speed, capacity and data protection between the different RAID types.

The Role of Technology & AI in Media Creation. An Interview with Brian Meaney.

“Because the creative industry sits at the intersection of arts & technology, it finds itself broken in many ways.” Larry Jordan interviews Brian Meaney, Head of Product, at Alteon, about AI, technology and the media industry.

M2 Mac Mini: Performance Tests & Reviews

This collection provides easy links to the nine detailed testing and performance reviews Larry Jordan wrote about the 2023 M2 Mac mini computer from Apple.

M2 Mac Studio Performance Tests for Adobe Premiere Pro

For video editors, any M-series Mac computer is a vast improvement over any Intel system. In this detailed review, Larry Jordan looks at setup and performance tests of the M2 Mac Studio computer using Adobe Premiere Pro.

M2 Mac Studio Performance Tests for Apple Final Cut Pro

For video editors, any M-series Mac computer is a vast improvement over any Intel system. In this detailed review, Larry Jordan looks at setup and performance tests of the M2 Mac Studio computer using Apple Final Cut Pro.

Optimize Premiere Pro Preferences for Single Editor Editing

One of the great strengths of Premiere is how much it can be customized. But all that choice also becomes overwhelming. Hopefully these tips help explain the settings you might want to consider modifying for yourself.

Create Audio Presets in Adobe Premiere Pro

If all your audio clips sound different, audio presets may not help. But, much more often, we are making the same changes to our audio over and over … and over. Audio presets in Adobe Premiere Pro make applying these adjustments blindingly fast.