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Detailed Description of Classic Effect Editors
Transition Effect Editors: Basics
Tr an s i t i o n s always require two video signals. The simplest type of transition effect is a Dissolve in which
the clip to the left of the Tr an s it i on on the Timeline (outgoing clip) is mixed with the second clip (incom-
ing clip). This involves two video signals. The parameters of these signals can be controlled in the Effect
Editors.
Transition Wipe Editor
One of the participating signals can also be “black”. This is the case if the Tr an s it i o n is positioned at the
beginning or end of a clip and thus touches an empty position (= “black”) on the Timeline. Examples:
fade-in, fade-out. See also ““Empty” Timeline” on page 368.
Outgoing/Incoming Clip
Tr an s i t i o n effects are often much more complex than clip effects since they involve two clips in one edi-
tor. At some point in the Tr an s it i o n the clips are either in the foreground or background, as in the case of
a wipe or slide.
Incoming clip in the foreground
Outgoing Clip Incoming Clip