How to Edit 4K Videos with DaVinci Resolve Free Version
To edit 4K videos with DaVinci Resolve free version, you need to follow these steps:
Download and install DaVinci Resolve free version from https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/davinciresolve/. Make sure your computer meets the minimum system requirements for running the software.
Launch DaVinci Resolve and create a new project. You can name it whatever you want and choose the frame rate and resolution that match your 4K video.
Import your 4K video clips into the media pool by clicking on the "Media" tab and dragging and dropping them from your computer or external drive.
Edit your 4K video clips by clicking on the "Edit" tab and dragging and dropping them onto the timeline. You can use the tools on the toolbar to trim, cut, split, crop, rotate, zoom, speed up, slow down, or add transitions to your clips. You can also use the inspector panel to adjust the parameters of each clip, such as position, scale, rotation, opacity, etc.
Color correct your 4K video clips by clicking on the "Color" tab and using the color wheels, curves, scopes, qualifiers, trackers, masks, and other tools to enhance the colors and contrast of your clips. You can also use the presets or LUTs (look up tables) to apply different styles or effects to your clips.
Audio mix your 4K video clips by clicking on the "Fairlight" tab and using the mixer, faders, meters, equalizers, compressors, limiters, noise reduction, reverb, and other tools to improve the sound quality and balance of your clips. You can also use the audio library to add music or sound effects to your clips.
Add visual effects to your 4K video clips by clicking on the "Fusion" tab and using the nodes, tools, modifiers, keyframes, expressions, macros, and other features to create complex animations or composites for your clips. You can also use the templates or plugins to add ready-made effects or elements to your clips.
Export your 4K video by clicking on the "Deliver" tab and choosing the format, codec, resolution, frame rate, quality, file name, location, and other settings that suit your needs. You can also use the presets or custom settings to optimize your video for different platforms or devices. Then click on "Add to Render Queue" and "Start Render" to export your video.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Using DaVinci Resolve Free Version
Using DaVinci Resolve free version to edit 4K videos has some benefits and drawbacks that you should consider before deciding whether it is right for you. Here are some of them:
Benefits
It is free and has no watermark or time limit.
It has all the features and tools that you need for editing 4K videos professionally.
It supports a wide range of formats and codecs for importing and exporting 4K videos.
It has a user-friendly interface and a timeline-based workflow that makes it easy to use.
It has a large community of users and tutorials that can help you learn and troubleshoot.
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