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Kristi Hex
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December 8, 2021
Question

Is there an alternative software to Media Encoder? You risk losing a day's work anytime you use it.

  • December 8, 2021
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I have wasted days of effort trying to export files to video using this defective software.  You usually get to the last few minutes after 2 hours of encoding and it just hangs.  Seeing Adobe staff members struggling to blame everyone's specs just makes the problem worse when you see so many people having the same issue.

I'll pay good money to find something that works, any suggestions?

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Kristi Hex
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December 8, 2021

After 6 attempts (roughly 2 hours each) it finally went through.  Note that one other attempt did go through but didn't have sound. 
Things I've found useful to improve your odds of a successful encoding are:
-Unplug or disconnect your Internet while encoding.
-Turn off the encoding panel (it uses up extra resources to provide you with the visual).
-Don't taunt Adobe Media Encoder (having any other software running on your computer will make it angry) 😛
I'd still be happier with a more stable version.