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How OpusClip Export to XML Works

Once your project is processed and your clips are generated in OpusClip, you’ll see the "Export to XML" option on the results page. Clicking this initiates a download of a neatly packaged folder that includes:

• The original raw video file

• An XML file containing the structure and metadata of your OpusClip-edited video (timeline edits, captions, reframing, B-rolls, etc.)

• An SRT file with auto-generated captions and timecodes

• Tutorials and FAQs for seamless integration with editing software

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What the XML Export Enables

The XML export lets you transition your AI-edited video into more advanced editing environments, allowing for precise control and creative freedom:

• Multi-track Editing: Each visual component (e.g., different speakers or layout elements) is separated onto its own video track, allowing independent manipulation.

• Captions:

  • Animated captions are exported as non-editable overlays. Ensure they are finalized in OpusClip.

  • SRT captions can be imported and styled within Premiere Pro for enhanced customization.

• B-Roll Integration: If B-rolls were auto-inserted in OpusClip, they appear in the XML timeline and can be trimmed, extended, or repositioned as needed.

• Flexible Clip Lengths: A 10-second buffer is added before and after each clip, and up to 30 seconds of context may also be included, giving editors flexibility to trim or extend segments.

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Limitations and Considerations

Despite its utility, the XML export feature has some constraints that users should note:

• Animated captions are static and cannot be modified in Premiere Pro. To customize captions, use the SRT version instead.

• Potential missing files: In rare cases, video, audio, or caption files might be missing from the XML export. If this happens, manually download the video from OpusClip as a fallback.

• Not all projects are supported: Only current projects are eligible for XML export. Historical projects or certain B-roll sequences may not export correctly.

• Software compatibility caveats: While the XML format works best with Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve and other editors may interpret it with minor differences.

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Summary Table: OpusClip XML Export Compatibility

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How to Use OpusClip Export to XML for Professional Video Editing

OpusClip’s “Export to XML” feature offers a powerful bridge between fast, AI-powered video editing and professional post-production workflows. Ideal for editors using Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve, this feature is designed to streamline the export and enhance flexibility when refining AI-generated clips. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to use it effectively.

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Step-by-Step Guide to Using OpusClip Export to XML

1. Complete Your Project in OpusClip

Before exporting, ensure your video is fully processed and all edits are finalized:

• Review auto captions and adjust timing or styling if needed.

• Finalize animated captions, as they are exported as overlays and cannot be modified in Premiere Pro later.

• Confirm B-roll placements, scene transitions, and reframing choices.

2. Locate the Export Option

Once your clip is ready:

• Go to the Results page in OpusClip.

• Find the video you want to export.

• Click "Export to XML" or "Export to Premiere Pro".

3. Download the Exported Folder

OpusClip will generate and download a folder containing:

• The original raw video file

• An XML file that defines your clip structure, edits, and elements like B-rolls

• An SRT file for captions and timecodes (for custom styling in editing software)

• Tutorials and FAQ guides to help with import and workflow

4. Import into Your Video Editing Software

• Launch Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve.

• Use the Import XML option to bring in the file from OpusClip.

• Your project will automatically reconstruct, including:

  • Multi-person layouts with each speaker on a separate video track

  • Animated captions placed as visual overlays

  • B-rolls (if used), properly positioned and editable

5. Make Post-Production Edits

Now that your project is in your editor, you can refine it:

• Trim or extend clips – Each has a built-in buffer (usually 10–30 seconds) for flexible timing.

• Adjust framing and layouts – Reposition or crop individual video tracks for a cleaner look.

• Edit captions – Import the SRT file to style captions (color, size, font, background) using Premiere’s caption tools.

• Refine B-rolls – Move, extend, or replace B-roll clips for narrative clarity.

6. Understand Key Limitations

• Animated captions are static and not editable once exported; use the SRT file for changes.

• Historical projects cannot be exported to XML—only current, active projects are supported.

• Occasionally, files may be missing from the export (e.g., video, audio, captions). If so, manually download from OpusClip as a workaround.

• B-rolls not based on original footage may not export correctly in some cases.

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Quick Reference Table

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Pro Tip:

For the latest tutorials, troubleshooting guides, and platform updates, visit OpusClip’s Learning Center or check out their YouTube playlist for hands-on walkthroughs. 

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FAQ's

1. How do I ensure my auto captions are editable after export to XML?

To make auto captions editable in Adobe Premiere Pro, use the SRT file included in the export folder. Before exporting:

• Finalize your captions in OpusClip.

• Export the project to XML.

• Import the SRT file separately into Premiere Pro to apply custom styles, fonts, colors, or placements.

Note: Captions embedded as animated overlays from OpusClip are not editable in Premiere. Use SRT for customization.

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2. Can I customize the exported XML files for advanced editing in Premiere?

Yes, but not the XML file directly—instead, use it as a base project structure:

• The XML automatically assembles your timeline with layers for clips, captions, and B-rolls.

• In Premiere, you can trim, rearrange, reframe, and layer new elements.

• For advanced customizations like effects, transitions, or overlays, make adjustments within Premiere’s editing tools, not in the XML code.

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3. What steps are needed to add B-rolls when exporting clips to Premiere?

If B-rolls are enabled in OpusClip:

1. Ensure B-roll is selected and placed during the clip generation process.

2. When exporting to XML, these B-rolls are automatically included.

3. In Premiere, you’ll find them placed on a separate track, allowing you to:

   • Move

   • Trim

   • Extend

   • Replace with custom B-roll if desired

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4. How does extending video segments before export affect my final project?

OpusClip automatically adds a 10–30 second buffer before and after each clip:

• Gives you extra footage for smooth transitions or re-cuts.

• Allows for better context when trimming or expanding clips during final editing.

• Enhances storytelling by providing flexibility during fine-tuning in Premiere or Resolve.

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5. Are there limitations on exporting multiple clips simultaneously with XML?

Yes:

• You must export each clip individually from the OpusClip results page.

• Batch XML export is not currently supported.

• For multiple clips, repeat the export process for each one and organize the exported folders separately.

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6. What are the key steps to export clips to XML in OpusClip?

Here’s a quick workflow:

1. Finalize your edits (especially animated captions) in OpusClip.

2. Go to your Results page.

3. Click on Export to XML or Export to Premiere Pro.

4. Download the folder containing XML, raw video, SRT file, and tutorials.

5. Import the XML file into your editing software.

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7. How does the exported XML enhance editing in Premiere Pro or Resolve?

The XML:

• Reconstructs the project timeline with layered tracks for video, B-roll, and overlays.

• Supports multi-person layouts, placing each on a separate video track.

• Saves time by automatically applying cuts, transitions, and framing done in OpusClip.

• Allows easy refinement, trimming, and stylizing with professional tools.

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8. Can I customize captions and overlays after exporting to XML?

• Animated captions: Exported as non-editable overlays—cannot be changed in Premiere.

• SRT captions: Fully customizable after import—edit font, color, timing, and positioning.

• Overlays: You can layer additional overlays (text, graphics, effects) within Premiere, but you cannot modify those rendered by OpusClip.

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9. What components are included in the OpusClip XML export folder?

The export folder typically includes:

• Original raw video

• XML file (structure and timeline data)

• SRT file (captions and timestamps)

• Tutorials & FAQs for setup and troubleshooting

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10. How do I import and adjust exported clips within Adobe Premiere Pro?

1. Open Adobe Premiere Pro.

2. Go to File → Import, and select the XML file.

3. Premiere will create a new sequence based on the XML.

4. Make your adjustments:

   • Trim or extend clips (using buffer footage)

   • Reframe shots (especially in multi-person layouts)

   • Style captions (via SRT import)

   • Adjust or replace B-rolls

Tip: Save the imported sequence under a new project name to avoid overwriting data and keep things organized.

 

Conclusion

OpusClip’s XML export empowers Pro Plan users to merge AI-powered video clipping with professional post-production workflows. Whether you're a YouTuber refining clips, a marketer adjusting pacing and overlays, or a filmmaker adding cinematic polish—this feature offers the flexibility and control advanced editors crave. Just remember to finalize animated captions in OpusClip and double-check exported files before diving into your editing suite.

For best results, use Adobe Premiere Pro, and utilize the SRT file for custom caption styling. With this hybrid workflow, OpusClip becomes not just a smart clip generator, but a true companion in the creative process.