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Preparing to Import Files
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Preparing to Import Files
Before you begin the import process, make sure the system and the files are ready for import:
• Prepare the files in advance according to specifications described in “File Format
Specifications” on page 1451.
• Determine the source for the files. Consider copying all files to a single folder before you
import. See “Importing Media Files” on page 285.
• Review the information on using import settings in “Creating and Modifying Import
Settings” on page 282. For a complete description of all options in the Import Settings dialog
box, see “Import Settings” on page 1414.
Creating and Modifying Import Settings
You can create one or more sets of import parameters and save them as an Import setting. For
example, you can create one setting for importing animations and another for importing still
graphics, or you can create individual settings for importing specific multichannel audio mixes.
This feature is especially useful when you use the drag-and-drop method to import multiple files.
See “Using the Drag-and-Drop Method to Import Files” on page 317.
The default Import setting and any additional Import settings you create appear in the Settings
list. After you select a setting in the Settings list, the parameters remain the default settings for
all imported files, unless you change them during import. See “Using the Settings Tab” on
page 78.
Once you create a new Import setting, you can select the setting whenever you import a frame,
clip, or sequence. For more information, see “Importing Media Files” on page 285 and “Using
the Drag-and-Drop Method to Import Files” on page 317.
To create a new Import setting:
1. Click the Settings tab in the Project window.
2. Right-click Import and select Duplicate.
A duplicated entry displays.