Clearing Proxy Footage

When you create proxy footage for a file, the new low-resolution footage is linked to the original Footage operator. You can break the link to proxy footage and replace it with other footage, or you can reinsert the original, high-resolution footage.

You use this feature when you have been working in proxy mode then decide to switch to high resolution, but at a lower quality (such as Medium or even Draft). Once you switch back to the Main footage, you no longer need the link to the proxy footage.

Note: Medium and Draft modes will automatically use the proxy for any footage that has one set.

To break the link to proxy footage:

1. Make sure Proxy is selected from the Toggle Footage list.



The Proxy footage appears in the active viewport.

2. Click the Clear Proxy button.

The link to the proxy is deleted. The following footage placeholder replaces the proxy.



3. Select Main from the Toggle Footage list to reinsert the original footage in the placeholder.