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title: "Conform"
url: https://postproduction.studio/en/glossary/conform
language: en
description: "The process of relinking offline edit decisions (XML/AAF/EDL) to original camera files and recreating the timeline in the online/grading suite."
updated: 2026-10-25
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# Conform

The process of relinking offline edit decisions (XML/AAF/EDL) to original camera files and recreating the timeline in the online/grading suite.

Workflow, EditingOnline Editor, Conform Artist, Assistant EditorConform, Online Editing

## Related terms

[Online Editing](https://postproduction.studio/en/glossary/online-editing)[Offline Editing](https://postproduction.studio/en/glossary/offline-editing)[XML roundtrip](https://postproduction.studio/en/glossary/xml-roundtrip)[EDL](https://postproduction.studio/en/glossary/edl)[AAF](https://postproduction.studio/en/glossary/aaf)

## Articles covering this term

* [Conform and online: from edit to image finishing

  Complete guide to conform and online workflows: EDL/XML/AAF exchange, metadata management, technical QC, transition to grading and VFX in modern post-production pipelines.](https://postproduction.studio/en/image/conform-online)
* [Conform workflow: EDL, AAF, XML, relink

  Deep dive into the conform workflow in post-production. Master exchange formats (EDL, XML, AAF), source relinking, VFX integration, and pre-grade verification.](https://postproduction.studio/en/workflows/conform-workflow)
* [VFX pipeline in post-production: a complete workflow

  Master the visual effects post-production workflow. Learn about spotting, tracking, color management, plate exchange, ACES, EXR handling, and conform.](https://postproduction.studio/en/workflows/vfx-pipeline-workflow)
* [VFX in post-production: integration and pipeline

  Complete guide to VFX post-production pipeline: plates, conform, turnover, EXR formats, ACES integration, grading coordination, and technical delivery workflows.](https://postproduction.studio/en/image/vfx-pipeline)
* [Post-production workflows and pipelines

  Deep dive into editorial, image finishing, sound, and delivery pipelines. Master the complete post-production ecosystem.](https://postproduction.studio/en/fundamentals/workflows-and-pipelines)
* [Color pipeline: from set to delivery

  Master the end-to-end color pipeline in post-production. Understand on-set color management, ACES, dailies LUTs, HDR mastering, and delivery standards.](https://postproduction.studio/en/workflows/color-pipeline)