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DaVinci Resolve: Copying and pasting color grades between clips

Demo summary

The creator demonstrates how to quickly transfer a complete color grade from one clip to another using keyboard shortcuts.

Step-by-step

  1. Select the clip that has the completed color grade
  2. Press Command + C to copy the grade
  3. Select the target log clip
  4. Press Command + V to paste the grade

Highlights

That instantly brings over your corrections and creative look without having to start from scratch.

All demos from “How to Color Grade in DaVinci Resolve for Beginners!

  1. 1:340:26Setting up a node tree in DaVinci ResolveThe creator demonstrates how to add and label serial nodes in the color page to create a structured workflow for exposure, white balance, and creative looks.DaVinci ResolveAI Video Editor
  2. 2:561:14Adjusting exposure with color wheelsUsing the Offset wheel in DaVinci Resolve, the creator shows how to reduce exposure on a clip to find a balanced medium.DaVinci ResolveAI Video Enhancer
  3. 4:141:06Using Waveform Scopes to monitor exposureThe creator demonstrates how to enable and read the Waveform video scope to ensure highlights aren't clipping and skin tones are properly exposed.DaVinci ResolveAI Video Editor
  4. 5:481:17White balance correction with the eyedropper toolThe creator uses the eyedropper tool in DaVinci Resolve to sample a white shirt and a gray card to automatically correct color temperature and tint.DaVinci ResolveAI Video Enhancer
  5. 7:180:35Adding contrast to flat footageThe creator demonstrates increasing the contrast slider to add 'pop' and depth to a washed-out image.DaVinci ResolveAI Image/Photo Enhancer
  6. 8:010:27Adjusting color saturationThe demonstration shows how to use the saturation tool to make colors more vibrant while monitoring skin tones.DaVinci ResolveAI Image/Photo Enhancer
  7. 10:391:04Applying a Color Space Transform (CST)The creator demonstrates using the Color Space Transform effect to convert Sony S-Log3 footage into a standard Rec.709 color space.DaVinci ResolveAI Video Enhancer
  8. 11:430:21Applying a technical LUT to Log footageThe creator shows how to right-click a node and apply a camera manufacturer's technical LUT to normalize flat footage.DaVinci ResolveAI Video Enhancer
  9. 12:580:59Applying and adjusting a creative LUTThe creator demonstrates applying a Fujifilm creative look and then using the 'Key Output' gain to reduce the opacity and intensity of the effect.DaVinci ResolveAI Photo Filter
  10. 15:000:23Copying and pasting color grades between clipsCurrentThe creator demonstrates how to quickly transfer a complete color grade from one clip to another using keyboard shortcuts.DaVinci ResolveAI Video Editor
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  1. 4:261:18Configure project settings in DaVinci ResolveThe instructor demonstrates how to access the project settings to set timeline resolution (4K) and frame rate (30fps) to match camera footage.Justin Brown - Primal Video
  2. 5:440:44Import media into DaVinci ResolveThe video shows multiple ways to import video files into the media pool using right-click menus and the file import option.Justin Brown - Primal Video
  3. 6:401:27Mark in/out points and add clips to timelineThe user demonstrates using 'I' and 'O' keyboard shortcuts to select specific sections of a source clip before dragging it onto the editing timeline.Justin Brown - Primal Video
  4. 9:181:16Trim clips and close gaps in the timelineThe instructor shows how to use the mouse to drag clip edges and use 'Trim Edit Mode' to automatically close gaps while shortening footage.Justin Brown - Primal Video
  5. 10:431:00Use Blade tool and Ripple DeleteThe demo covers using the Blade tool (B) to make cuts and Shift+Delete to perform a ripple delete, removing a clip and the resulting gap simultaneously.Justin Brown - Primal Video
  6. 12:281:37Advanced trimming with Ripple Edit shortcutsThe video demonstrates 'Ripple Edit Left' and 'Ripple Edit Right' using keyboard shortcuts to quickly trim footage back to the previous or next cut.Justin Brown - Primal Video
  7. 14:171:14Automatically remove silence with Ripple Delete SilencesThe instructor demonstrates a DaVinci Resolve feature that detects audio thresholds to automatically cut and remove silent gaps from the timeline.Justin Brown - Primal Video
  8. 17:300:33Adjust clip volume and mute audioThe demo shows how to lower audio levels by dragging the volume line on a clip or using the Inspector panel sliders.Justin Brown - Primal Video
  9. 18:200:34Resize and reposition video overlaysThe instructor uses the Inspector's Transform tools to zoom out and change the X/Y position of a B-roll clip to create a picture-in-picture effect.Justin Brown - Primal Video
  10. 19:061:58Add and customize animated titlesThe video shows dragging a title preset from the Effects library and customizing the text, font, and color within the Inspector.Justin Brown - Primal Video
  11. 21:460:54Apply video transitionsThe user demonstrates dragging a Cross Dissolve transition between two clips and adjusting its duration on the timeline.Justin Brown - Primal Video
  12. 23:590:57Apply Dynamic Zoom effectThe instructor enables the 'Dynamic Zoom' toggle in the Inspector to create an automated slow zoom-in/out on a clip.Justin Brown - Primal Video