A Sparks plug-in functions in the same way as other commands or modules. Some Sparks are designed to be used on the EditDesk or as a module.

To use a Sparks plug-in on the EditDesk:

1. In the Sparks menu, click a loaded Sparks button.

   The Sparks controls, if any, appear.

   
   

   (a)  Sparks controls for SparkWipe  

2. Choose the processing modes and enter the parameter values as appropriate for the selected Sparks plug-in. These values are specific to each Sparks plug-in.
3. Select the source clips and the destination.

   The processed clip appears on the EditDesk.

To use a Sparks plug-in as a module:

1. In the Sparks menu, click a loaded Sparks button.
2. Select the source clips.

   When there is a module for a Sparks plug-in, an E appears on the button.

   
   

   (a) E on SparkWipe button  

3. Click the E on the Sparks button.
4. Select a destination.

   The Sparks module appears. Use the controls in the Sparks module as you would for other modules.

   
   

   NoteAn S next to the Sparks button lets you enter the module using the same media from the previous session.