Output Modules
Configure export settings: format (MOV, MP4, AVI), codec, resolution, frame rate, and quality.
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Output Modules
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Where to Find
In the Render Queue Panel, click the blue Output Module text next to each queued composition. A dialog opens with all fo
Best Used For
- ▸Configuring precise export settings
- ▸Creating high-quality master files in ProRes
- ▸Exporting image sequences with alpha channels
- ▸Saving custom output templates for reuse
Intermediate⏱ 1-2 hours to master
Key Settings
Format: QuickTime / AVI / PNG SequenceCodec: ProRes / H.264 / UncompressedAudio: Enable / Disable / Bitrate
Output Modules give you precise control over every aspect of your export. Choose from professional codecs like ProRes for master files, PNG Sequence for transparent elements, or configure custom compression settings. Save your most-used configurations as templates for consistent exports across projects.
Where to Find
In the Render Queue Panel, click the blue Output Module text next to each queued composition. A dialog opens with all format and compression options.
How to Use
- Format: Choose QuickTime for ProRes, AVI for uncompressed, or PNG Sequence for frames
- Video Output: Choose codec, quality, resolution, and frame rate
- Audio Output: Enable or disable audio, choose format and bitrate
- Stretch: Resize the output to a different resolution than the composition
- Crop: Trim edges from the rendered output
Pro Tips
- Render to ProRes 422 HQ for a high-quality master file
- Use PNG Sequence for transparent backgrounds with alpha channel
- Save your Output Module as a template for frequently used settings
- For web delivery, use Adobe Media Encoder with H.264 compression