Lesson 2. Importing

Time

This lesson takes approximately 90 minutes to complete.

Goals

Create a new Event

Import files

Import files as Keyword Collections

Analyze video and audio during import

Transcode media during import

Import from a camera or camera card

Create a camera archive

Import stills, music, and other projects

The number of cameras and other devices capable of shooting high-definition (HD) video has exploded in the past several years. No longer the exclusive domain of expensive camera rigs, HD video can be acquired by devices that fit in your pocket.

But an abundance of HD cameras ultimately creates an overabundance of HD video. At some point, you will need to funnel massive amounts of high-def media into your computer for editing. ...

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