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title: "EDL"
url: https://postproduction.studio/en/glossary/edl
language: en
description: "Edit Decision List — a flat text file (CMX 3600) listing every cut in a sequence with source/record timecodes. Legacy interchange format, still standard..."
updated: 2026-10-25
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# 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

## Related terms

[AAF](https://postproduction.studio/en/glossary/aaf)[XML roundtrip](https://postproduction.studio/en/glossary/xml-roundtrip)[Conform](https://postproduction.studio/en/glossary/conform)

## 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)
* [Editing tools: Avid, Premiere, Final Cut, Resolve

  Comprehensive guide to professional editing tools (NLEs). Explore Avid Media Composer, Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Resolve, project sharing, and AAF workflows.](https://postproduction.studio/en/tools/editing-tools)
* [Image finishing: the final step before delivery

  Complete guide to image finishing operations: integrating VFX, applying grading, titling, technical QC, and creating master files for delivery.](https://postproduction.studio/en/image/finishing-image)
* [Editorial workflow: from ingest to picture lock

  Master the editorial workflow in post-production. Learn about bin organization, offline editing, proxy management, versioning, reviews, and picture lock.](https://postproduction.studio/en/workflows/editorial-workflow)
* [Color grading tools: DaVinci, Baselight, Mistika

  Comprehensive guide to professional color grading tools. Explore node-based and layer workflows, DaVinci Resolve, Baselight, Mistika, control surfaces, and OFX.](https://postproduction.studio/en/tools/color-grading-tools)