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How Do I Export a Video from Adobe Media Encoder?

Published in Video Encoding 3 mins read

To export a video from Adobe Media Encoder, you primarily need to configure your export settings and then initiate the encoding process. Here's a step-by-step guide:

Steps to Export Your Video

  1. Select the Output: In Adobe Media Encoder's Queue panel, locate the output you want to export. This is the item representing your video project.

  2. Access Export Settings: There are a few ways to access the export settings:

    • Right-click: Right-click on the output's name in the Queue panel. A context menu will appear. Select "Export Settings" from this menu.
    • Edit Button: Click on the "Edit" button (often looks like a wrench or settings gear) located next to the format or preset name of the output in the Queue panel.
    • Menu Bar: You can also go to Edit > Export Settings.

  3. Configure Export Settings: The Export Settings dialog box will open. Here, you will define how your video is encoded:

    • Format: Choose the desired video format (e.g., H.264, ProRes, MPEG-2). This dictates the codec used for encoding.
    • Preset: Select a preset that best suits your needs (e.g., "High Quality 1080p HD," "YouTube 1080p HD"). Presets are pre-configured settings optimized for specific platforms or uses. You can also create and save custom presets.
    • Output Name: Specify the name and location for the exported video file. Click on the output name displayed beneath the preview window to change the save location and filename.
    • Video Tab: Adjust video settings like resolution, frame rate, bit rate, and field order.
    • Audio Tab: Configure audio settings like codec, sample rate, and channels.
    • Effects Tab: Add effects to the video if needed.
    • Publish Tab: Configure publishing settings if you are exporting directly to a platform such as YouTube.

  4. Start Encoding: Once you've configured your export settings, you can start the encoding process:

    • Queue Panel: If the output is in the Queue panel, simply click the "Start Queue" button (usually a green play button) in the upper-right corner of the Media Encoder window. This will process all items in the queue. To encode only the current item, ensure that all others are paused, or just have one item in the queue.
    • Direct Export: If you accessed Export Settings directly without using the Queue panel, clicking "OK" or "Export" in the Export Settings dialog may automatically start the encoding.

  5. Monitor Progress: Media Encoder will display the encoding progress in the Queue panel. You'll see an estimated time remaining and a progress bar.

  6. Locate Exported File: Once encoding is complete, the video file will be saved to the location you specified.

By following these steps, you can successfully export your videos from Adobe Media Encoder.

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