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Best Ways to Fix Choppy Video Playback – Top 8 Solutions

If you are having choppy videos or are watching choppy videos, there are a few reasons why this could be happening. One, it could be that the videos weren't uploaded properly. You have the option of trying to export them again and see if they play a little more smoothly. The video player being used doesn't support the type of videos that you are trying to play. You can opt to … [Read more...] about Best Ways to Fix Choppy Video Playback – Top 8 Solutions

Debugging Video Editing Software Problems

Man in front of computer flustered by problems.

About once or twice per week minimum I have a reader contact me about video editing problems they are having which is interfering with either their ability to edit or render a project.In nearly every case when this happens I know the person is not going to solve the problem by themselves even though I am pretty sure they probably could.That's why I am posting this … [Read more...] about Debugging Video Editing Software Problems

Ultimate Guide to Shooting Videos and Photos Underwater

Shooting photos underwater is for many photographers the ultimate challenge. It can be frustrating and mesmerizing at the same time. Photos created this way are a window for the broader public into ocean depths and best photos capture the mystery and beauty of that world. In order to be good at taking underwater photos, you need to hone your diving and swimming skills. When it … [Read more...] about Ultimate Guide to Shooting Videos and Photos Underwater

What is the 180° Rule, Anyway?

The 180 degree rule is one that is taught everywhere when learning about film.This is a classic rule that makes movies easier to watch for the viewer.With this rule you are pretending that you are facing the same direction without turning the camera further around which might make people nauseous.It's an easy way to keep a story linear and make sure you can tell a … [Read more...] about What is the 180° Rule, Anyway?

Project Organization

Editors are always looking for tools that will help them manage multiple projects, regardless of whether they work on their own or as a part of some team. The most pressing need is for software that will manage and organize projects, and visualize workflow of media that flows through the system. This will also enable the editors to access the material from an archive, if needed … [Read more...] about Project Organization

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