ProFreeze Threshold

Description

Editing with ProFreeze Threshold in Final Cut Pro

Freeze Frame Effects

ProFreeze allows Final Cut Pro editors to apple dynamic effects to any frame in any video clip instantly. To use ProFreeze Threshold, simply move the playhead to the desired frame in the FCP timeline and use the command Shift + H shortcut to hold the frame in place. Place the ProFreeze Threshold above the held area and cut out the subject. ProFreeze will do the rest.

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Simplistic Visual Effects

ProFreeze Threshold pulls video subjects out of their environment and into the foreground. Easily adjust the dark and light colors as well as the threshold amount and smoothness. Choose from three different shape patterns and customize the number of shapes, spread, and colors. With cut-out controls, video editors can add a drop shadow to the masked subject and adjust the opacity, blur, and shadow distance.

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Intuitive Animation Controls

After cutting out the subject, look to the “Cut-Out Controls” and to determine where the subject will animate to. Adjust the X & Y position of the cut-out to adjust its horizontal and vertical orientation respectively. Change Z position of the subject to alter the depth.

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Built-In Masking Tool

ProFreeze features a built-in masking tool to cut-out and highlight the character or object within a given scene. To use the masking tool, start by clicking around the subject and completing the mask. Double-click the line to add a point. Double-click a point to change its curvature. Command + double-click on a point to delete it.  With these simple controls, user can refine their cut-out selection. ProFreeze Threshold makes amazing easy in Final Cut Pro.

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Additional Information:.

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How to name motion template folders: Click Here for a Video Tutorial.

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ProFreeze Threshold Tutorial for Final Cut Pro

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ProFreeze Threshold Lesson

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How to draw a mask

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Step 1 - Preparing the Timeline

Before using this plugin, make sure to properly prepare your timeline

1. Begin by selecting our footage from the FCPX media library and dragging it to the timeline.
2. Drag your curser over the frame you want to be frozen.
3. Press shift and H at the same time on your keyboard. Doing this will hold the selected frame in place.
4. Adjust the hold by dragging the ends forwards or backwards.
5. Once you have the hold in place, Locate ProFreeze Threshold is the FCPX Titles Library.
6. Browse through the presets, For this example we will be using the one second cross preset.
7. Click and drag the preset over the hold you previously created.
8. Next, Select the ProFreeze Threshold adjustment layer and go to the inspector window.

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Step 2 - Cut Out Controls

Let’s start with the Cut Out Controls. Underneath is the guides checkbox. This needs be turned on in order for you to see the points you are making on screen.

1. Once the guides are turned on start outlining the subject you are going to cut out. When cutting out the subject make sure to outline the entire subject and close the outline.
2. Adjust how your cut out moves after it animates into the threshold look. The x slider will move your subject left and right. The y slider up and down, and the z slider forwards and backwards.

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Step 3 - Cut Out Style Controls

Now let’s move on to the Cut Out Style. In this section you will be able to adjust the threshold options.

1. Start by choosing a dark color and light color.
2. Then adjust the threshold and smoothness sliders until you get the desired look you are going for.

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Step 4 - Shape Controls

Each preset has their own shape. For this preset we use cross shape. You can adjust the position and angle of the cross using the controls in the inspector window or the on-screen controls in the viewer window.

1. Clicking and dragging the center control puck will position the cross.
2. To adjust the angle click and rotate the pin sticking out of the control puck.
3. Once you have your shape positioned and angled go onto selecting a color.
4. After adjust the cross width and length to create a unique look.

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Final Touches

Now for some final touches. Lastly we will alter the text and drop shadow controls.

1. Insert your desired text in the text boxes.
2. Click the editable checkbox to change color, font, and position of your text.
3. You can change color, and font by selecting the text tab in the inspector window. Be sure to double click and highlight the text in the viewer window that you will be altering.
4. Before rendering make sure you deselect the editable checkbox.
5. Underneath is the Drop Shadow Controls. The drop shadow is an optional adjustment. If you decide to keep the drop shadow on you will be able to adjust color, opacity, blur, distance and angle.

Additional information

Frequently Asked Questions

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Why is the background animation removed when I press "Clear"?

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What you are seeing when you first apply the preset is an example of how the plugin should be used on your media. You will need to clear the original points and then place new ones, then playback the clip and you will see the animation occur once more.

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Can I delete masking points once they have been placed?

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Yes, for a video tutorial on how to add and adjust masking points please watch the "How To Draw A Mask" video located in our HELP section at the top of the store page.

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Why are my masking points not aligning with my cursor?

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In order for your masking points to be placed where your cursor is located, you must first make sure that you are working in a 1920 x 1080p project as that will be the resolution in which this plugin and tool were designed for. If the points are still not aligning you must also make sure that your media will also be in 1080p resolution.

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Where do I find this Plugin Inside FCPX? 

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How do I apply this plugin?

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Minimum Requirements

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Component:                                   Requirement:

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Final Cut Pro:                                   10.4.7

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macOS:                                            10.15

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Graphics Card:                                 2 GB

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Ram:                                                 8 GB

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Example Requirements Below

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Plugin Running Slow? Follow These Steps

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ProFreeze Threshold Troubleshooting

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Points not lining up to where you click?