Copy And Paste Lumetri Color In Premiere Pro - 2 Minute Solution!

How do I copy Lumetri settings to another clip?

In this in-depth guide, I'll walk you through one specific feature that tends to confuse users, even those who have some hands-on knowledge: copying Lumetri Color settings from a local clip to the Master. You might think this process is straightforward, but if I had to guess, I'd say it's given you pause before. Specifically, we'll dive into how to navigate the intricacies of Lumetri Color and the Effects Controls Panel to accomplish this task effortlessly.

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How to Copy Lumetri Color Settings to Another Clip - Tutorial

This is where most editors hit a stumbling block. After crafting a beautiful look on a local clip through Lumetri, how do you propagate those settings to the master?

If I had to guess, you probably tried creating a preset, only to find out that it only applies to the local clip. From my past experience, I've also run into this obstacle. But, fortunately, there's a simple solution. To clarify, the magic happens when you combine the power of Lumetri Color Panel and the Effects Controls Panel.

The Effects Controls Panel is where all applied effects to a clip are listed. Typically, this is where you can modify any effect parameters that you've applied. Specifically, to copy your Lumetri Color settings from a local clip to the master:

1. Select Your Local Clip: Make sure you've clicked on the clip with the Lumetri settings you wish to copy.
2. Open the Effects Controls Panel: This panel typically resides next to your source monitor.
3. Select Lumetri Color: In the Effects Controls Panel, find and select the Lumetri Color effect.
4. Copy Lumetri Settings: Hit CMD+C (Ctrl+C on Windows) to copy the Lumetri Color settings.

After this, navigate to your master clip—often accessible in your Project Panel—and paste the settings (CMD+V or Ctrl+V). Presumably, you'll see the changes reflect across all local clips stemming from this master.

Pro Tip - Keep This In Mind For The Rest Of Your Project

Remember, while copying Lumetri settings to the master is powerful, it also means any subsequent changes to the master will propagate to all local clips. Therefore, ensure you're confident about these changes before applying them. Moreover, for complex projects, you might use adjustment layers for effects like transitions and color correction. However, for color grading, transferring settings to the master remains a practical choice.

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Extra Info About Lumetri Color

Now that you know how to copy and paste Lumetri Color, here's some extra info you definitely need to know moving forward.

From my perspective as a veteran Premiere Pro user, understanding Lumetri is the cornerstone of effective color grading. Here, you'll find multiple scopes and wheels to fine-tune your footage. Namely, you can modify variables like exposure, contrast, saturation, and hues. Generally, color grading happens on a local clip—a specific segment of your video. However, what if you want to apply the same settings to all other clips sourced from the same shot?

Why the Master Matters

Master clips function as a template for all the subsequent local clips that are part of the same original footage. I'm convinced that understanding this concept will significantly streamline your workflow. If I were you, I'd always consider whether a particular adjustment should be made on the local clip or the master. Generally, adjustments made to the master affect all corresponding local clips. Hence, transferring settings from a local clip to the master is an excellent strategy to maintain consistency across your project.