LESSON 1 Flashcards
is the process of manipulating and
rearranging video shots to create a new work.
Video editing
In the old days of analog TV and VHS video, video editing is carried out using huge workstations in a process called
“linear video editing”
Until the advent of computer-based
random access non-linear video editing systems in.the early __ “linear video editing” was simply called__
1990s
“video editing”
This is the measure of the number of horizontal and vertical pixels of a video image, in other words, the size of the image.
Resolution
This is the ratio between the horizontal and the vertical resolution of an image. Typically, you will come across just two: 4:3 and 16:9. When starting a video editing project, the first things you will decide are the image resolution and__. This will most likely be determined for you by the source material.
Aspect Ratio
The term most often used to describe what kind of digital video you are using is “format”. It is a confusing term because it can mean either its __ or its file format. __ refers to how
analog video images are digitized (using a codec), whereas format usually refers to how digitized images are organized in a file.
Encoding
There are also three general container formats that are used to “wrap” a variety of encoded video and audio. They are:
- AVI (Audio Video Interleave) developed by Microsoft.
- MOV (QuickTime Movie) developed by Apple Inc.
- MKV (Matroska Multimedia Container)
BEST 10 EDITING TOOLS
- Movavi Video Editor Plus
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Filmora
- CyberLink PowerDirector
- OpenShot
- Shotcut
- Hitfilm Express
- DaVinci Resolve
- Adobe Premiere Elements
10.Microsoft Photo
is a robust Windows movie editor with a Mac-compatible version available as
well. _ offers a free download and trial period, and users can choose to purchase a one-year license or a lifetime license. The base version of this video editor includes key features, such as keyframe animation, effects and transitions, cutting, trimming, and joining, and fast processing for high-definition (4K) videos.
Movavi Video Editor Plus
is a professional-level platform for editing videos on Windows computers. For PC users, __ has been a go-to editing tool for years, with a wide range of features, tools, and effects. Some users have reported that it may crash when processing larger files, and it has a bit of a learning curve.
Adobe Premiere Pro
is a line of video creation and editing
applications developed by Wondershare. ,__ includes products for a range of users from beginner to intermediate. Common features of _ include a timeline, preview window, and effects library, navigated and controlled using a drag-and-drop interface.
Filmora
is a comprehensive platform for professional video editing, but it’s also a top pick for many amateurs as well. Key features include motion tracking, color correction, and filters and transitions.
CyberLink PowerDirector
is freeware video editing software for Windows 10, Linux, and Mac OS X. While the software is robust and offers a lot of effects and tools to edit clips, like PowerDirector, it may be harder for experienced editors to use.
OpenShot
is open-source video editing software for Windows and Mac. Of the free video-editing apps available, __ stands out for its frequent updates and a relatively good level of documentation and support. The user interface is fairly simple and straightforward, with a wide array of features and effects to choose from.
Shotcut
bills itself as “free video editing
software with professional-grade VFX tools.” While it does boast professional tools and a robust platform, the “free” part of this statement isn’t entirely true.
While _ offers a free download, there is no free version beyond the trial period. However, many users love the built-in effects and transitions, and the platform offers playback options that expedite editing processes.
Hitfilm Express