Operation Manual

CyberLink PowerDirector 4
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Magic Cut
You can fit a video clip to a specific time by automatically cutting out
unnecessary portions and keeping only the best moments. The Magic
Cut feature uses “magic” video technology to locate and keep the
most interesting moments, while discarding sections of lesser
importance. The Magic Cut tool is ideal for condensing long video
segments into shorter clips - for example, cutting one hour of video
down to ten minutes.
Note: If the video segment you are using is shorter than 15 minutes in
length, has been previously edited, or contains extremely important
moments, you may prefer to edit it manually - for example, by using
the Multi Trim function. See Perform a Multiple Trim on p.70.
To perform Magic Cut on a video clip, select the clip in the timeline,
then click . The Magic Cut dialog box opens.
The following options are available:
• New Duration: Enter the duration you would like to give to
the clip (in hours:minutes:seconds:frames).
• Scene with zoom/pan/motion: Adds a crossfade effect
between the clips created when you apply the Magic Cut
effect.
• Scenes with people speaking: Selects clips with more or less
dialog.
• Scenes with long duration: Cuts the original video into
longer clips. Drag the slider to set relatively longer or shorter
durations.