Files which do not need Conversion - .avi

Files which need conversion - .mov; .mp4 etc

If you are unsure then dragging or otherwise adding a file to the Slide List will, if necessary, suggest Optimisation (Conversion to .avi)

A file which is of the type which requires Optimisation (.mov; .mp4 etc) by Converting to .avi can be dragged (left click and drag) into the Slide List

A Window pops up to suggest that you should Optimise the File

It is advisable to always accept this suggestion and Click on Optimise - you can save to the same folder as the original or change to a different folder location

The original file is added to the Slide List and the Slide Duration will be equal to the Video Clip Duration

Once the Slide Duration is set by this action any editing of the Video Duration by Trimming, Speed Adjustment etc must be compensated for by manual adjustment of the Slide Duration

Optimisation or Conversion is then carried out in the background allowing the user to work

The file is then saved as Filename.converted.avi and added to the File List

The original file (after conversion) is replaced by the Filename.converted.avi File in the Slide List

It is (if required) possible to intercept the Optimisation Dialogue - see below

Click on the Optimisation / Converter Icon in the Taskbar