Adobe Firefly: Creating a new sequence with presets

Demo summary
A step-by-step walkthrough of creating a new sequence using the HD 1080p 23.976 preset to match standard YouTube video requirements.
Step-by-step
- Click the New Item icon (page turn icon) in the project bin
- Select Sequence from the menu
- Navigate to Available Presets and select HD 1080p 23.976
- Go to the Settings tab to verify the time base and frame size match your source clips
- Enter a name for the sequence in the Sequence Name field
- Click Okay
Options
- Go to File > New > Sequence
- Use the keyboard shortcut CTRL+N
Watch out for
- Ensure the sequence frame size and frame rate match your source clips to avoid playback issues
Tips
- Click the New Item icon directly within a specific bin to ensure the sequence is created inside that folder
- Use an alphabetical and numbered naming convention (e.g., 01 STRINGOUT) to keep sequences organized
- Create a 'stringout' sequence first to see all your clips laid out in a row
Highlights
“There's a lot of stuff in this window that you don't have to worry about, because we know that we're creating a YouTube video and this is the preset that is the best”
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