Secure your projects in DaVinci Resolve – This is how it works

It is essential that you regularly back up your projects, especially when working with a powerful software like DaVinci Resolve. An unexpected crash or data loss can lead to a significant loss of your work. This guide will show you how to automatically save projects in DaVinci Resolve and implement backup strategies to ensure the safety of your work.

Key Takeaways

• You can configure DaVinci Resolve to automatically save changes.
• Regular backups ensure that you can always revert to a safer version of your project in case of an error.
• The process of creating and loading backups is simple and intuitive.

Step-by-Step Guide

Open the Settings of DaVinci Resolve

To configure the backup options of DaVinci Resolve, you first need to open the software. Then click on the "DaVinci Resolve" menu in the upper left corner of your screen. Choose "Preferences" from the dropdown menu.

Activate the Live Save Function

In the settings, go to "User" and then to "Project Save and Load". Here you will find the "Live Save" option. Enable this to ensure that every step of your project is automatically saved. However, note that this may affect the performance of your software. Therefore, test if your workflows continue to run smoothly.

Enable Project Backups

Directly below the Live Save option, you have the opportunity to enable project backups. This creates a backup of your project regularly so that you can revert to it in case of a crash. DaVinci Resolve disables this function by default, so I recommend always enabling it.

Set the Backup Frequency

You can now determine how often these backups should be created. A time interval of five minutes might be excessive. The ideal timespan would perhaps be every ten minutes to find a good compromise between security and performance.

Determine the Storage Period for Backups

Here you can set how long DaVinci Resolve should store your backups. For example, if you want backups to be stored for two hours, you can leave this setting as is. If you prefer long-term storage, you can increase the number. For instance, you could keep backups for 14 days.

Choose the Storage Location for Backups

In the next step, you can select the folder where your backups will be stored. Click on "Browse" and choose the desired location. This makes it easier to access your backups when needed.

Restore Projects in the Project Manager

To load a backup when you have lost your project, open DaVinci Resolve and go to the project manager. There you will find the project for which you want to restore the backup. Right-click on the project and choose "Project Backups".

Select the Desired Backup

You will now see a list of your backups. Make sure to select the appropriate backup – the date under "Date Modified" will help you make the right choice. Click on "Load" to restore your project.

Manually Save in DaVinci Resolve

In addition to automatic backup, DaVinci Resolve offers the option to manually save projects. To do this, use the shortcut Ctrl + S (Windows) or Cmd + S (Mac) to ensure that your latest changes are not lost.

Creating a Backup of the Database in DaVinci Resolve

To create a backup of your database, go to the desired database and click on "Database". Select "Backup" there to start the process. Choose the location for your backup file.

Restoring Database Backups

If you have lost your database backup, you can restore it. Go to "Restore", select the backup file you previously saved, and give your database a new name. Also select a location where the database should be stored.

Summary

In this tutorial, you have learned how important regular backups are for your projects in DaVinci Resolve. You have activated automation through Live Save, set up regular backup creation, and even learned the process of restoring your projects and databases. By applying these strategies, you will be able to efficiently protect your work and avoid data loss.