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Using a Sparks Plug-in
 
 
 

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

To use a Sparks plug-in on the EditDesk:

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

    The Sparks controls, if any, appear.

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  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 reel.

    The processed clip appears in the destination reel.

To use a Sparks plug-in as a module:

  1. In the Effects 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.

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    (a) E on SparkWipe button  

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

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

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