Graphics Programs Reference
In-Depth Information
How Does Aperture Handle
Video Files?
Put simply, video files in Aperture appear just like any other file, except when you have your meta-
data display set to display badges you see a small movie icon on each video file like in Figure 9.1.
It's easy to organize your video files into projects and albums, set ratings, labels, and other meta-
data on them, and to even include them in slide shows. While you can't make adjustments to a
video file, aside from basic trims, just being able to manage your video files alongside your images
is a huge step forward for anyone shooting video with a dSLR.
9.1
Videos appear just like any other file in Aperture, although they will show a movie badge to
distinguish them from your still images.
Importing Video Files
As you might expect, video files appear in Aperture's Import panel just like any other file. If for
some reason you don't see your movie clips, look in the File Types brick (choose File Types from
