EDL
Edit Decision List — a flat text file (CMX 3600) listing every cut in a sequence with source/record timecodes. Legacy interchange format, still standard for color grading conforms.
Workflow, FormatsOnline Editor, Conform Artist, ColoristConform
Articles covering this term
- Conform and online: from edit to image finishingComplete guide to conform and online workflows: EDL/XML/AAF exchange, metadata management, technical QC, transition to grading and VFX in modern post-production pipelines.
- Conform workflow: EDL, AAF, XML, relinkDeep dive into the conform workflow in post-production. Master exchange formats (EDL, XML, AAF), source relinking, VFX integration, and pre-grade verification.
- Editing tools: Avid, Premiere, Final Cut, ResolveComprehensive guide to professional editing tools (NLEs). Explore Avid Media Composer, Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Resolve, project sharing, and AAF workflows.
- Image finishing: the final step before deliveryComplete guide to image finishing operations: integrating VFX, applying grading, titling, technical QC, and creating master files for delivery.
- Editorial workflow: from ingest to picture lockMaster the editorial workflow in post-production. Learn about bin organization, offline editing, proxy management, versioning, reviews, and picture lock.
- Color grading tools: DaVinci, Baselight, MistikaComprehensive guide to professional color grading tools. Explore node-based and layer workflows, DaVinci Resolve, Baselight, Mistika, control surfaces, and OFX.