Avid Media is a Windows application for non-linear video editing. It is a popular solution for processing raw recorded materials. There are flexible instruments for improving image sharpness and adjusting color settings for clips acquired from various sources.

Importing new files

After starting the utility you can create a new project. It is possible to add video files and audio tracks from the hard drive for further editing. Alternatively, you are able to capture the signal from external recording devices connected to the computer. There is an option to crop the input picture.

Editing instruments

The main window contains several tabs with various buttons and sliders for adjusting the image. Users can customize the size of every panel and rearrange them for easier navigation.

Similar to Adobe Premiere, this program offers you tools for deleting separate frames from the file, changing the playback speed and applying visual effects. There are options for adding the soundtrack and synchronizing it with the video. Moreover, you are able to automatically detect quiet audio sections and erase them.

Users can choose one of the supported output formats before exporting the project. Provided options include AVI, MPG, MP4 and WMV.

Please note that Avid Media is a paid software. You can download the free trial version and use it for 30 days.

Features

provides options for professional video editing;
there is support for multiple popular file formats;
free to download and use;
you can adjust the playback speed and apply visual filters;
compatible with modern versions of Windows.