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priyankag88231728
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November 2, 2018
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Variable frame rate mode (under MPEG source settings) greyed out

  • November 2, 2018
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Hello,

I am trying to change my video configuration from "Variable frame rate" to "Constant frame rate" using Premiere pro version 12.1.2 (Build 69).

According to adobe help page, VFR to CFR should have been possible from version 12.0.1.

I am able to right click on the clip

----> Source Settings ---> MPEG source settings ----> Variable frame rate mode.

However here the mode is greyed out with "Not Applicable" field.

All my videos are in mp4 format.

Can you please suggest on how to change VFR to CFR using premiere pro. I have spent lot of time troubleshooting this, there is no concrete answer in any of the forums nor there is any steps/tutorial from Adobe. Can you please help!

Thanks,

Priyanka

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    Correct answer sunshinegrrl

    I tried everything: Media Encoeder didn't help, could not find the "MPEG" option, tried the other suggestions here, finally downloaded Handbrake and it worked. You have to go in and click "constant framerate" under video. I saw one comment that you had to manually enter FPS. I don't know if that's right, but I changed to the 29.97 option. And it actually worked.

    I'm disappointed that Adobe doesn't offer this option in the Premiere Pro app. it seems like a small "aske" for a very annoying problem.

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    sunshinegrrlCorrect answer
    Participating Frequently
    June 5, 2023

    I tried everything: Media Encoeder didn't help, could not find the "MPEG" option, tried the other suggestions here, finally downloaded Handbrake and it worked. You have to go in and click "constant framerate" under video. I saw one comment that you had to manually enter FPS. I don't know if that's right, but I changed to the 29.97 option. And it actually worked.

    I'm disappointed that Adobe doesn't offer this option in the Premiere Pro app. it seems like a small "aske" for a very annoying problem.

      Kevin J. Monahan Jr.
      Community Manager
      Kevin J. Monahan Jr.Community Manager
      Community Manager
      June 6, 2023

      Hi @sunshinegrrl,

      Sorry about that. To explain, some format issues are not solvable with Adobe encoder and decoder software that is customized for pro level media and supported formats in Premiere Pro. If you use media from mobile devices, drones, or streaming video, VFR frame rates may be too far out of spec for those encoder and decoders written by Adobe. Handbrake and Shutter Encoder (my preferred app) uses Open Source encoders and decoders (based on what's called "FFMPEG") that Adobe does not use for reasons that are not known to me. 

       

      I, too, hope that someday Adobe can spend the time, money, and man hours to bring the internal software into spec for those non-supported VFR media files that are more out of spec or find some way to incorporate FFMPEG into the software. It's a bit above my pay grade, but I can suggest it again to them on behalf of users. So sorry for the frustration, but you'll find that Handbrake, Shutter Encoder, and even some paid apps are crucial to getting certain work done. 

       

      Thanks.
      Kevin

      Kevin Monahan - Sr. Community and Engagement Strategist – Adobe Pro Video and Audio
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        SMcreative3644190
        Inspiring
        August 10, 2021

        I am having the same issue. I've seen YT videos of the "preserve audio sync" option in the master tab for MPEGS's, but can't find it. I have detected VFR clips yet I have no master tab or PAS option. I'm on a Mac, version 15.4 Still no solution?

         

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          chrisj66805048
          Participating Frequently
          March 17, 2020

          that isn't at all an answer. Do you make editing software that can do this? is it a no?

          Kevin J. Monahan Jr.
          Community Manager
          Kevin J. Monahan Jr.Community Manager
          Community Manager
          June 10, 2020

          Hey Chris,

          Sorry you didn't find my answer acceptable. Yes, I can edit most VFR files in Premiere Pro. More info.

          Thanks,
          Kevin

          Kevin Monahan - Sr. Community and Engagement Strategist – Adobe Pro Video and Audio
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          Moonkiss5C75
          Participant
          October 27, 2020

          Here is VFR file with no source settings. What i need to to to see option to change source settings? 

           

           

          Kevin J. Monahan Jr.
          Community Manager
          Kevin J. Monahan Jr.Community Manager
          Community Manager
          December 20, 2018

          Hi Priyanka,

          Sorry for the frustration.

           

          • Can you please suggest on how to change VFR to CFR using premiere pro.

           

          There is no way within Premiere Pro to change VFR to CFR. Normally, transcode the clip. Transcoding Media Encoder could work, but often you need to use a third party application, like Handbrake.

           

          Premiere Pro does accept VFR files for playback now, however, and that's the feature I think you may have misunderstood. Go to the Effect Controls tab's "Master" tab.

          It looks like this:

          If VFR adjustments are not available to favor audio sync or smooth playback, it is because Premiere Pro does not detect VFR and sees the clip as CFR.

           

          This is not an unreasonable request, however. Make that here: Premiere Pro: Hot (3654 ideas) – Adobe video & audio apps

           

          Come back with any questions.

           

          Thanks,
          Kevin



          Kevin Monahan - Sr. Community and Engagement Strategist – Adobe Pro Video and Audio
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          VideoCreatorsLounge
          Participant
          December 11, 2019

          I have a source clip that Adobe accuratly identifies as VFR however, the "MPEG Source settings"  and "Preserve Audio Sync" Video Effects are nowhere to be found.  Adobe 2020  v14.0

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            allier11705452
            Participant
            December 15, 2019

            I'm having the same problem! I imported my video from my phone.

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