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Manual Import

Import video files directly into Glambot Studio Desktop without using automated import services.

Overview​

Manual import allows you to selectively bring video files into your project when you need direct control over which files to process. This is ideal for one-off imports or when you don't want to set up automated workflows.

Method 1: Drag and Drop​

Coming Soon

Drag and drop import functionality will be available in a future update.

The simplest way to import files is by dragging them directly into the application.

Steps:

  1. Open Glambot Studio Desktop
  2. Drag one or more video files from Finder
  3. Drop them anywhere in the application window
  4. Files are copied to the import folder
  5. Copying begins immediately

Supported Formats: MP4, MOV, AVI, MKV, MTS, M2TS, WebM

Method 2: File Menu​

Import files using the application menu.

Steps:

  1. File > Import Files (or Cmd + O)
  2. Navigate to your video files
  3. Select one or more files
  4. Click Open
  5. Files are copied to the import folder

Import Process​

Once you initiate a manual import:

  1. Copying: File is copied to the project's import folder
  2. Ready: File appears in the file list once copying is complete
  3. Transcoding: Automatic transcoding begins (if configured)
  4. Upload: Automatic upload occurs after transcoding (if configured)
tip

Large files may take time to copy. The file will appear in your project list once copying is complete.

After Import​

After files are imported, you can:

  • View the file: Click the thumbnail to play the original video
  • Create transcodes: Click the plus button to generate a new transcode with different settings
  • Configure settings: Adjust transcoding, color grading, or other project settings before processing

Next Steps​

  1. Configure import services - Set up automated imports
  2. Transcode videos - Process your imported files
  3. Configure color correction - Apply color grading

Need help? Check the Troubleshooting section.