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Software being used for video

October 16, 2021 5:07:05 PM from WinCustomize ForumsWinCustomize Forums

I'm curious, what software are you using for creating dreams lately? I'm certain After Effect is still being used but I figure there's some new stuff that's come out that I'm unaware of since I last made one.

If you've got some new looping or blending tips that you want to share it would be appreciated and if you would share the format & video settings you've had good results with I would appreciate it.

For the first time in my life I have some time to relax and thought I'd make some dreams again.

Thx

 

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Reply #1 October 16, 2021 6:13:40 PM
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Oh man, exciting news!!  Welcome home!

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Reply #3 October 16, 2021 9:34:07 PM
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Hello,

Hello CarGuy1,

Glad to see you back ,

A Lot has happened in the past years , but After Effects is still a leading animation

program so if your up to date on it that's a good choice .

If you check out the latest version of DeskScape11 you'll also see that it includes a

new creation program for static images in Dream Maker Pro 

Link : https://www.stardock.com/products/deskscapes/

If you have any questions about that program just send me a PM and I can help

you get started using it and the animations that are included ...

Today's dream resolutions are in HD 1920x1080 and 4K/UHD res 3840x2160

Dream Previews ( static image )  are HD 1920x1080 , No sfw preview anymore.

Most provide a youtube video ( or Vimeo ) preview for the dreams ( is best ) 

Same rules apply as before as far as using other work such as CCO or Public Domain

provide links in your description .

Otherwise your good to go just let your talent do the rest .

Hope to see you back in the fold soon GL ... 

 

 


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Reply #4 October 17, 2021 5:46:47 PM
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AZDude,

What are you saving video as these days. Since mpeg went out are you using mp4 or avi?

What bit rate are you using as well. I know some formats tend to hiccup at the loop so I'm curious as to what your using. I could strip a clip out and analyze it but I'd rather ask, if you feel like sharing.

thx.

And, hi Jim, glad to see your still here.

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Reply #5 October 17, 2021 7:40:43 PM
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Yes MP4 or Avi are the formats .

Dream Maker Pro renders in MP4 

I use converters when needed. To improve the

Loops .Avi still gives a better loop than MP4.

But you just have to check the settings for your

Bitrate to see how much ( how high ) you can

use and still keep the file size in line with Quality.

So different converter are different so bitrates

 will vary .

i use Video Proc for most conversions.

Set for AVI UHD  bitrate Manual High setting.

But i have others too. VP is a good looper.

Video Proc https://www.winxdvd.com/help/how-to-use-videoproc.htm

 

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Reply #6 October 18, 2021 8:09:22 PM
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Thx for the info & tips.

It's been a while since I've messed with rendering so it will be a bit of fun re-learning things.

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