The Home Video Editing Challenge

IN THIS CHAPTER:

Linear versus Nonlinear Editing

Selecting Nonlinear Editing Software

Batch Capture and VCR Control

Compression and Resolution

Tracks and Layers

The Character Generator

Special Effects and Transitions

Chrominance and Luminance Keying

Dongles

Adding More Special Effects Through Plug-Ins

Creating Digital Title Screens

Painting and Drawing Software

Computer Monitors versus NTSC Television

Putting It All Together

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Nonlinear editing—a magic world where tape no longer exists, where editing is free and easy. Indeed nonlinear editing can be like a dream come true, existing in many shapes and forms. It gives the video editor a freedom to create that linear editing never can come close to. Let's take a ...

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