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May 27, 2024
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what is the purpose of the directory "Encoded Files " ?

  • May 27, 2024
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The directory path  is :   Adobe >  Premiere Elements  >  Premiere Projects  >  Encoded files

On what directory are saved the video projects ?  (prel. files)

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Known Participant
May 28, 2024

can I delete the contents of the directory "Encoded Files" without losing essential information ?

Community Expert
May 28, 2024

I'm not sure, but I think deleting the Encoded Files is not a problem.  So, I tried it.  I deleted the contents and then reopend two projects.  The contents of Encoded Files was recreated for both projects.  

 

Be sure you have backups, but then try it on your own system.  

Ann Bens
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Community Expert
May 28, 2024

Mine are empty: what extension do these files have?

Ann Bens
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Community Expert
May 27, 2024

Default: Documents > Adobe > Elements > 24.0

Community Expert
May 27, 2024

The .prel files are stored where you tell it to store them when you start and name a new project.   Someone may have to correct me, but I think encoded files are temporary preview files that make the working process of editing function.