Video Editing Tips

Non-linear or digital editing as it is more frequently called is the process of editing video from any point. This means you can be working in a scene in the middle of the film and then jump to the ending as ideas come to you. The process can be done with a simple PC and software setup to which a video capture card is installed. The video capture card allows you to convert tape stored video onto your computer. For newer generation of video camera’s this is not needed due to the presence of the USB port. Some even have support for Firewire, a video transmission protocol especially designed for video and imaging purposes. The system can also use S-video which is another video format and the list goes on. Most devices have either a USB or a Firewire port which is best. If you are using an older camera, there are devices you plug into the USB port which allows analog audio and video to be copied into your computer. Once editing is completed, the edited video along with the sound can be returned to tape format or converted to DVD standards.