Sometimes it's difficult to know whether you are editing with proxies or not (using watermarks can help).
You need to manage and keep track of at least 2 sets of media: masters and proxies.
They are of a small file size, but are not as performant.
Ideal for laptops and lower powered computers.
Much easier to playback than Long GOP media (and even easier than 4K ProRes at 1/2 res or the like).
Close unnecessary panels if you are not working with them, like Lumetri Scopes.
Use also the Render and Replace function for sections of video that have heavy effects. Set In and Out around the area and choose Sequence > Render In to Out.
Make sure you are working with your media on high speed hard drives connected via your motherboard or a high speed port.
Choose Project Settings > General and ensure Mercury Playback Engine GPU Acceleration is enabled.
Choose Preferences > Memory and allocate more RAM to Premiere Pro, but not so much as to starve the OS.
Disable "High Quality Playback" in the Wrench (Settings) menu in the Program Monitor.
Lower the playback resolution to 1/2 or less.
Choose Edit > Preferences > Audio Hardware > Default Input. In that case you'll need to do one of the following: Even expensive computers can struggle with certain footage.įor example, 4K H.264 or HEVC media from your camera or mobile device needs additional handling in order to edit with it smoothly in most cases (especially 4:2:2 10-bit video). It's a common problem as footage these days is so highly compressed. If you are still having performance issues, your media is probably too heavy for your computer. Did this video help you solve any of your issues? Let us know!