Introduction
Introduction to the course
Why use DaVinci Resolve?
Resolve UI
Editing
Introduction to editing
Setting up UI
Correcting color
Correcting audio
Building the facecam
Setting facecam presets
Adjusting the background
Keyboard shortcuts
Editing workflow
Animation
Introduction to graphics & animation
Zoom animation
Screen zoom presets
Video & audio transitions
Animating images & text
Exporting
Exporting video
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Summary

Exporting videos in DaVinci Resolve is simple with the Delivery Page, where you can customize options like project name, MP4 format, resolution, and frame rate. Saving these settings as a custom preset streamlines future exports, saving time. By adding projects to the queue, you can render multiple videos at once for efficient processing.

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Exporting videos in DaVinci Resolve

Now that your video is complete, it’s time to save and export it so it can be uploaded to platforms like YouTube or shared with others. Simply saving the project file isn’t enough; it requires exporting, which combines all the video elements into a single file.

Navigating the delivery page

In DaVinci Resolve, exporting is accomplished through the Delivery Page. This section includes several components:

  • Bottom: Offers a timeline preview.
  • Middle Panel: Displays a preview of the clips you're working with.

Primarily, focus on the left side where you'll choose render settings. Though it can seem overwhelming, it's not as complicated as it appears.

Configuring export settings

Here's how to set your video project for export:

  1. Naming: Begin by giving your project a name (e.g., "Demo Project").
  2. Format: Use MP4 for compatibility, and set the codec to H.265. This choice provides smaller file sizes while maintaining quality.
  3. Resolution and Frame Rate: Automatically pulls from your timeline to ensure optimal quality.

Though there are advanced settings, the default options work well for most projects.

Creating a custom preset

To streamline future exports, you can save your current settings as a preset:

  • Use the three-dots menu at the top and select Save as New Preset.
  • Name this preset, such as "Screencasting Export".
  • This saves your settings for easy, repeatable use.

Finalizing and rendering

Once you’re set, choose your file path and file name. Then:

  • Add Render to Queue: This places your project in the render queue without saving it yet.
  • Multiple Exports: DaVinci Resolve allows you to render multiple projects simultaneously, saving time by not rendering each individually.

Managing multiple timelines

If working with multiple timelines, you can:

  • Copy and paste timelines to create variations.
  • Make changes, like removing a facecam.
  • Add each timeline to the render queue.

When ready, select all queued projects and click Render All. This processes each video in turn, providing a time estimate for completion.

Troubleshooting and managing files

Should you need to stop the render or correct mistakes, press Stop during the process. After rendering completes, right-click your project in the queue and choose Open File Location to access and preview your video file.

With these steps, you’re prepared to export your videos in DaVinci Resolve, paving the way for sharing your screencasts with ease.