Export

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Under "File" > "Export", you'll find all export formats supported by Photostory deluxe. The most commonly required export formats can also be accessed under "Output".

Export pictures

Individual frames can be exported as images. An image will be exported of that which is displayed in the program monitor.

Export formats:

  • Bitmap (*.bmp)

  • JPEG (*.jpg)

  • PNG (*.png)

Export videos

AVI

When exporting to AVI video you can set and configure the size and frame rate of the AVI video and the compression codec for audio (audio compression) and video (codec).

The AVI format (Audio Video Interleaved) isn't actually a "proper" video format. Rather, it is a so-called container, where the conventions for transferring audio and video files to the program are only loosely defined. The codec (coder/decoder) actually defines what storage format is used. A codec compresses audio/video data into its own unique format which can only be read by the codec itself and is decoded when the film is played.

In concrete terms, a computer-generated AVI file can only be loaded by and played on a different computer if the same codec is activated on it.

Many codecs (e.g. Intel Indeo video) have now become standard components of the Windows installation process. Others, however, have not. So if you're generating an AVI file with one of these codecs for use on another computer, you should enable this codec on the other PC too. The best method available is to copy the codec installer to your export directory and burn it every time you create a video disc for play on computers.

MPEG:

MPEG stands for "Motion Picture Experts Group" and is a high-performance compression format for audio and video files. Details on the settings of the MPEG encoder can be found under "MPEG-2 encoder settings".

MAGIX video:

Exports the project in MAGIX video format.

This format is used for video recording by Photostory deluxe video software and is optimized for digitally editing high quality video material.

MotionJPEG-AVI:

Opens the export dialog for AVI video in Motion JPEG format. This format is supported by digital picture frames, for example.

Windows Media:

Exports the arrangement in Windows Media format. This Microsoft audio/video format is optimized for online use. You can also use it to archive your slideshows in higher quality than MPEG-sized files. Windows Media is an alternative if you want to view your slideshows primarily on your PC.

Depending on your needs, you can choose between different profiles for video norms and screen resolution. If you have the Windows Media Encoder 9 installed, which is available from Microsoft as a free download, you can edit the profiles or create your own.

MPEG-4:

In contrast to other formats, MPEG-4 provides very high-quality pictures for the same file size. Details on the settings of the MPEG encoder can be found under "MPEG-4 encoder settings".

HEVC:

HEVC is the successor format to MPEG-4. HEVC allows for the same image quality across file sizes, even when smaller file sizes are used. The improved image quality can be clearly seen, especially at lower bitrates.

Export settings

The options available vary according to the selected format.

Presets:

These are typical settings for the selected format for the most important applications.

  • Clicking on Save will save your export settings.

  • Clicking on Delete will remove these from the list.

Export settings:

You can specify general export parameters like resolution, aspect ratio and frame rate. Select the most frequently used values from the list fields; to set your own values click on the "..." button.

The Advanced button opens the specific settings for the selected video format.

File enables you to export your file to another folder than the default.

The option Overwrite file without confirmation allows you to execute multiple exports in the same file.

For formats that support deep color, the color subsampling scheme and bits per color channel are also displayed. In some cases, these may also be variable, if this is supported.

Color space: This will select a color space standard, which affects the playback of the file. BT.709 (also known as Rec.709) is the current standard and set as default. You can change this setting if you want the video to comply with other standards and to ensure a more accurate color display.

Other

Output after export: Some formats offer special options (e.g. DV-AVI for camera or WMV export with output via Bluetooth for mobile phone).

NOTE Burning a disc takes place via the "Burning" interface.