Efficient working with the dual screen in DaVinci Resolve

In this guide, I will show you how to enable the dual-screen mode in DaVinci Resolve. This feature is especially useful when working on complex projects and needing more space for your tools and previews. By activating the dual screens, you can significantly improve your work efficiency as you can simultaneously use multiple windows and views. Whether you are extracting clips from the Media Pool or making extensive edits to your Timeline - the dual screen allows you to have better overview and enhances your workflow.

Main Takeaways

• The dual screen mode in DaVinci Resolve allows better organization and visibility of your workspaces.
• You can better distribute the media library, effects, and timeline on two screens.
• Enabling and disabling the dual screens is quickly done through the menu in the program.

Step-by-Step Guide

To activate the dual screen in DaVinci Resolve, simply follow these steps:

To activate the dual screen in DaVinci Resolve, open the program and navigate in the top menu bar to the corresponding window. You must click on the window symbol. Here you will see an icon representing a dual screen. When you click on it, the dual screen will turn on.

When the dual screen is active, you will see a layout that provides you with more space. By clicking on the symbol again, you can switch the screen mode back to a single screen. Clicking on the symbol will only show you a preview of your timeline.

If the inspector or other menu elements are open, the dual screen symbol may not be displayed. You must ensure that one of the three points in the top right corner of the window is closed. Close one of these points to make the symbol visible.

A practical use of the dual screen is that you can view your video from the timeline on one side while analyzing the clips in your media pool on the other side. This provides you with a clear separation and overview of your elements. To ensure the Media View is active, click on the corresponding points in the top menu bar.

When hovering over the clips with the mouse, you can designate a desired section. To set the beginning of a clip, press the 'I' key for the in point, and to set the end, use the 'O' key for the out point. You can then drag this clip directly into your timeline.

You have the option to choose whether you want to drag only the clip or only the corresponding audio track into the timeline by using the respective icons in the menu.

If you have two monitors available, you can activate an extended dual screen. This allows you to utilize extensive views. Activating this function is done through the "Workspace" menu. Choose the "Dual screen" option to enable it.

When your second monitor is active, you will see the layout of your media library, effects, and other UI elements on one screen while your timeline is displayed on the other screen.

You can also select the "Fullscreen Timeline" option in the menu under "Dual screen". This ensures that your timeline is displayed in full-screen mode, which is particularly useful for precise video editing.

This way, you can see multiple aspects of your work simultaneously. If you want a better overview of your project, I recommend using the dual screen to make your tasks more efficient. If needed, you can deactivate the dual screen at any time by going back to the "Workspace" menu and deselecting the "Dual screen" option.

Summary

With this detailed guide, you now know how to activate the dual screen in DaVinci Resolve. This feature significantly improves your workflow and allows you to efficiently use multiple windows.