Getting Started
Adobe Premiere Pro CC, the essential editing application for professionals and video enthusiasts,
is an incredibly scalable, efficient, and flexible video editing system. It supports a broad range of
video, audio, and image formats. Premiere Pro lets you work faster and more creatively without
converting your media. The complete set of powerful and exclusive tools lets you overcome any
editorial, production, and workflow challenges to deliver the high-quality work you demand.
Importantly, Adobe has carefully developed a user experience that is intuitive, flexible, and
efficient, with unified design elements that match across multiple applications, making it easier
to explore and discover new workflows.
About Classroom in a Book
Adobe Premiere Pro CC Classroom in a Book (2019 release) is part of the official training
series for Adobe graphics and publishing and creative video software. The lessons are
designed so that you can learn at your own pace. If you’re new to Premiere Pro, you’ll learn
the fundamental concepts and features you’ll need to use the program. This book also teaches
many advanced features, including tips and techniques for using the latest version of this
software.
The lessons in this edition include opportunities for hands-on practice using features such as
chromakeying, dynamic trimming, color correction, media management, audio and video effects,
and audio mixing. You’ll also learn how to create files for the web and mobile devices with
Adobe Media Encoder. Premiere Pro CC is available for both Windows and macOS.
Prerequisites
Before beginning to use Adobe Premiere Pro CC Classroom in a Book, make sure your
system is set up correctly and that you’ve installed the required software and hardware. You
can view updated system requirements here:
helpx.adobe.com/premiere-pro/system-requirements.html
You should have a working knowledge of your computer and operating system. For example,
you should know how to use the mouse and standard menus and commands and also how to
open, save, and close files. If you need to review these techniques, see the documentation
included with your Windows or macOS system.
It’s not necessary to have a working knowledge of video concepts and terminology, but if you
come across a term you’re not familiar with, consult the glossary at the end of this book
Installing Premiere Pro CC
You must purchase an Adobe Creative Cloud subscription, or obtain a trial version, separately
from this book. For system requirements and complete instructions on installing the software,