How to convert Avid Media Composer markers into DaVinci Resolve markers?

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How to convert Avid Media Composer markers into DaVinci Resolve markers?

Guide

1. Export a XML marker file from Avid Media Composer

To export timeline markers, go to: "Tools -> Marker". Right Click on "Export Markers as XML".

2. Use the "Marker Converter" to convert the XML marker file into an EDL marker file

Open the free Marker Converter, select "Avid Media Composer > Marker XML (.xml)" and set "convert" to "DaVinci Resolve > Sequence (.edl)". Generate and download the file. If you have problems converting the file, you can contact the free support.

3. Import the EDL marker file in DaVinci Resolve

1. Create the new timeline or open the timeline in your project.
2. Make the right click on the sequence timeline in your media tab. It will open the popup.
3. Navigate to: "Timelines > Import > Timeline Markers from EDL".
3. Select the edl marker file for Resolve and the markers will be loaded.

ℹ️ In case you don't see any markers, make sure they are in the right timecode area and try to zoom out of your timeline. If you can not find the option "Timeline Markers from EDL" make sure you selected a sequence in your media tab. Resolve does not support special chars in markers.

4. Done

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