How to RENDER EDITS | After Effects + Handbrake TUTORIAL

Introduction

In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps to render your edits in Adobe After Effects and upload them efficiently to platforms like YouTube, Instagram, or TikTok. You will need the following software tools:

• Vcoder or WBJ Encoder
• Handbrake
• Adobe After Effects

Step 1: Render in After Effects

1. Finalizing Your Edit: Ensure your edit in After Effects is complete and ready for export.

2. Export Procedure:

   • Navigate to File > Export > Add to Render Queue.
   • In the Render Settings, select Best Settings. Configure your settings according to the following:
     • Click OK once you've repeated these settings.
   • Under the Output Module, change the Format to Lossless.
   • Instead of the default AVI format, select Vcoder. If you prefer using Adobe Media Encoder, click Add to Adobe Media Encoder. For more help with Media Encoder settings, consider looking up additional tutorials on YouTube.

3. Format Options:

   • In the Lossless settings, select all color channels and navigate to Format Options to set your desired output.

4. Rendering: Click Render. Using Vcoder will significantly reduce the file size – for example, a video that would be 10GB in AVI format can shrink down to 1GB or even less.

Step 2: Video Playback

After rendering, you might encounter a black screen when opening your video with standard Windows Media Player. This is normal since the output is in the VQF format, which isn’t supported by that player. To view your video, you can either install a compatible video player, like VC Video Player, or import the video back into After Effects.

Step 3: Compression with Handbrake

To further reduce the file size without losing quality, you can compress your rendered video using Handbrake:

1. Download Handbrake: Links to the official Handbrake website will be provided in the description.

2. Import Your Video: Open Handbrake and add your rendered video.

3. Configure Settings: Repeat the recommended settings from this tutorial, then click Start to initiate the compression.

Step 4: Final Output

After Handbrake finishes compressing your video, it will be ready for upload to platforms such as YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram.

We hope this tutorial helps you render your edits effectively while maintaining high quality. If you found this guide useful, please consider liking the video and subscribing to our channel. Don't forget to explore the provided links for additional tools and resources for After Effects!

Keyword

• After Effects
• Render Edits
• Video Compression
• Handbrake
• Vcoder
• Video Formats
• Upload to YouTube
• TikTok
• Instagram

FAQ

Q1: What software do I need to render my edits?
A1: You will need Adobe After Effects, Vcoder or WBJ Encoder, and Handbrake.

Q2: Why do I get a black screen when opening my rendered video?
A2: This is likely due to the video being in the VQF format, which is not supported by standard media players. You can use VC Video Player or import the video back into After Effects.

Q3: How can I reduce the file size of my edit?
A3: You can reduce the file size by rendering in Vcoder format and using Handbrake for further compression after rendering.

Q4: Can I use Adobe Media Encoder instead of Vcoder?
A4: Yes, you can use Adobe Media Encoder. However, you might need to look up specific settings for the best output.

Q5: Is Handbrake free?
A5: Yes, Handbrake is a free and open-source tool available for download.