Pr 24.4.1: insane lags upon changing Scale and Position for a... picture

Hello Came across with the same problem on 2025,  using mac book pro m4 max, just realize just hapen when working whith adjustment layer. 

Please try to save the picture as a PSD file in Photoshop and import that to PPro.

Let us know if that works

The webp picture is optimized for use online, not for editing in an NLE. Hence the step to prepare the footage by running it through Ps.

Hi,

Thank you for reaching out. To assist you better with the lag issue you're experiencing in Premiere Pro, could you please provide the following details about your setup and software:

1. Full System Specifications:
• CPU Model (You've mentioned it's a 14700K, which is helpful)
• GPU Model (RTX4080 as mentioned)
• RAM (64 GB as mentioned)
• Storage (Type and capacity of your primary drive and the drive where your project files are stored)
2. Software Details:
• Operating System (Version and build)
• Exact version of Adobe Premiere Pro you're using (You mentioned that this version differs from previous ones, which is a crucial detail)
• Any plugins or third-party effects currently in use
3. Project Details:
• Resolution and frame rate of your sequence
• Any other media types in your timeline (video formats, audio files, etc.)
• Effects or transitions applied to the problematic clip
4. Performance Settings:
• Premiere Pro's settings (Renderer, GPU acceleration settings, etc.)
• Memory and cache settings in Premiere Pro
5. Other Information:
• Whether the issue occurs with all media types or just with certain files
• Steps you've already taken to troubleshoot the problem (e.g., clearing cache, updating drivers)

With this information, we'll have a clearer understanding of your environment and can provide more targeted advice to help resolve the lag issue.

For the time being, please try the following troubleshooting steps to see if they resolve the lag issue in Premiere Pro:

1. Clear Cache:
• Go to Edit > Preferences > Media Cache and clear the media cache files. This can sometimes resolve performance issues.
2. Update Graphics Drivers:
• Ensure your graphics card drivers are up-to-date. Visit the NVIDIA website to download the latest drivers for your RTX 4080.
3. Adjust Playback Settings:
• Lower the playback resolution in the program monitor (e.g., from Full to 1/2 or 1/4).
4. Optimize Media:
• Consider transcoding your media to a more Premiere-friendly format like ProRes or DNxHD/HR. These formats are easier for Premiere Pro to handle.
5. Turn Off High-Quality Playback:
• Go to Program Monitor Settings (wrench icon) and ensure "High Quality Playback" is unchecked.
6. Check Sequence Settings:
• Ensure your sequence settings match your media properties to avoid unnecessary rendering.
7. Disable GPU Acceleration:
• Try switching from GPU Acceleration to Software Only in Project Settings > General to see if the issue persists.
8. Update Premiere Pro:
• Ensure you're using the latest version of Premiere Pro. Adobe frequently releases updates that address performance issues.
9. Close Background Applications:
• Make sure there are no heavy background applications running that might be consuming system resources.
10. Check System Resource Usage:
• Open Task Manager (Windows) or Activity Monitor (Mac) to see if there are any unusual spikes in CPU, GPU, or RAM usage while you experience the lag.
11. Reset Preferences:
• Sometimes, resetting preferences can help. Hold down Alt (Windows) or Option (Mac) while launching Premiere Pro to reset the preferences.

If none of these steps resolve the issue, please provide more detailed information about your setup and the problem as mentioned in my previous message.

Looking forward to your response!