If you’ve been looking for ways to use transcription-based editing and automatically remove silent portions from your videos without paying for the expensive DaVinci Resolve Studio version, you’re in the right place! In this tutorial, I’ll guide you through how to achieve these features for free using Smart Media Cutter, a powerful yet free alternative that allows seamless export to DaVinci Resolve.
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Download and Install Smart Media Cutter
First, you’ll need to download and install Smart Media Cutter. This free video editor offers transcription-based editing and other features that make your editing process easier, especially if you’re trying to avoid the cost of DaVinci Resolve Studio.
Once Smart Media Cutter is installed, open the application and drag your video clip into the editor. This is where the magic begins.
Step 2: Remove Silent Sections Automatically
Smart Media Cutter has a handy tool to cut out sections of your video where no speech is detected. Here’s how:
- Go to the Tools menu and select Cut sections with no speech.
- The tool will automatically process your video. Note that this is a premium feature, but you can simply wait out the timer if you prefer not to upgrade.
- After processing, you’ll see a preview of the timeline with all non-speaking parts cut out. You can continue editing here if needed.
Step 3: Export the Edited Timeline to DaVinci Resolve
After trimming your video, it’s time to export your timeline:
- Click on the Export button located at the bottom right corner.
- Choose Export Timeline and select Resolve as your export option.
- Again, the application may prompt you to upgrade, but you can wait out the timer and continue for free.
- Smart Media Cutter will then generate an edited timeline file that you can import directly into DaVinci Resolve.
- To import timeline in Resolve, either use shortcut Ctrl+Shift+I to import a timeline, or right click the media pool, select timeline, and Import Timeline
Step 4: Refine Your Edit with Transcription-Based Editing
For further refinement, you can use Smart Media Cutter’s transcription feature:
- Click the Start Transcribing button within Smart Media Cutter.
- As the transcript progresses, you’ll see the text representation of your audio.
- Review the transcript, and if you spot any unnecessary parts (like bad takes, filler words or pauses), simply select them and press Delete.
- After refining the transcript, you can export the timeline again, following the same steps as before.
Step 5: Import the Edited Timeline into DaVinci Resolve
Finally, import your edited timeline into DaVinci Resolve:
- Open DaVinci Resolve and right-click on the Media Pool.
- Select Timelines > Import and locate the file produced by Smart Media Cutter.
- Your edited timeline will now appear in DaVinci Resolve, ready for any final touches.
Conclusion
By following these steps, you can perform transcription-based editing and remove silent portions from your videos without paying for DaVinci Resolve Studio. Smart Media Cutter offers a great workaround, making it easier for you to achieve professional results without breaking the bank.
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