New! Edit Video like a Word Doc with AI in Premiere Pro

Introduction

In the world of video editing, a new feature is revolutionizing the way we edit our videos - text-based editing. This innovative tool allows us to edit our videos just like we would edit a Word document. Thanks to the development of AI technology, tools like Premiere Pro now have built-in features that automatically transcribe our video clips, allowing us to make edits directly from the text.

But what exactly is text-based editing? It's a way of editing videos by utilizing the transcriptions of the dialogue or narration within the video. This feature has been available in third-party plugins and software like IndieScript and Transcriptive Rough Cutter. However, Adobe Premiere Pro is now developing its own built-in text-based editing feature, making it more accessible and efficient for video editors.

To experience this new feature, you'll need an Adobe Creative Cloud plan and the most recent version of Premiere Pro, which you can download from the beta apps section in the desktop app. Once you have installed the beta version, you can open it and follow along with the steps outlined in this article.

How to Use Text-Based Editing in Premiere Pro

First, you'll need to import your video clips into Premiere Pro. Once imported, you can enable the automatic transcription feature, which will transcribe the dialogue or narration of your clips. You can choose your language and other preferences from the transcription settings.

The transcriptions will be displayed in the new text-based editing workspace, with the text panel taking up most of the screen for easier visibility. You can double-click on individual clips to view their transcriptions in the source monitor.

There are two main methods for editing your video using text-based editing:

Method 1: Editing from the Transcription

With this method, you can edit your rough cut directly from the transcriptions. You can delete parts of the dialogue that you want to remove by selecting them and pressing the "apostrophe" key or using the extract icon. You can also filter and delete pauses or silences, making your edit more seamless.

Additionally, you can copy and paste sentences to rearrange the order of the dialogue. This method is useful for streamlining your rough cut and removing any mistakes or unnecessary dialogue.

Method 2: Text-Based Inserts

This method is particularly effective when editing videos with multiple people talking, such as documentaries or interviews. Instead of starting with a rough cut in the timeline, you can create an empty sequence and insert specific parts of the transcriptions directly into the sequence. This allows you to build your rough cut by selecting and inserting relevant portions of the dialogue.

Using these two methods, you can create a more efficient and precise rough cut of your video by leveraging the transcriptions to make edits.

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FAQ

Q: What is text-based editing? A: Text-based editing is a feature in Premiere Pro that allows video editors to edit their videos using transcriptions of the dialogue or narration within the video. It streamlines the editing process by providing a text-based interface for making cuts, deletions, and rearrangements.

Q: How does text-based editing work? A: Text-based editing works by utilizing the automatic transcription feature in Premiere Pro to generate transcriptions of the video clips. These transcriptions are displayed in the text panel, allowing editors to select and edit specific portions of the dialogue or narration.

Q: Can text-based editing detect pauses and filler words? A: Yes, text-based editing allows editors to filter and delete pauses or silences within the transcriptions. This helps in creating a seamless edit by removing unnecessary gaps in the dialogue.

Q: Can text-based editing replace the need to watch the footage? A: While text-based editing is a useful tool, it is important to note that it cannot replace the need to watch the footage. The Cadence and delivery of dialogue are subjective elements that cannot be detected purely from the text. Editors should still review the footage to ensure the best possible edit.

Q: How can I provide feedback on the text-based editing feature? A: To provide feedback on the text-based editing feature in Premiere Pro, you can click on the "Provide Feedback" option in the beta version of the software. This allows you to report bugs or request new features to improve the functionality of the tool.