Introduction

TimeBolt can take a raw video file and generate a super accurate, fully-jumpcut timeline in a matter of seconds. You can then take this timeline and import it directly into Premiere Pro via XML while preserving all of the cuts made.

TimeBolt also has a Premiere Pro Extension which you can use for more complex projects but for single media files with single or multi-track audio, XML Export is by far the fast way to jump from TimeBolt into Premiere Pro.

The usage of XML for Premiere Pro is platform agnostic. The same steps for Windows will work on MacOS and vice-versa.

What is an XML File?

An XML File, in the context of Premiere Pro and TimeBolt, is a lightweight instruction file which you can use to transfer information between TimeBolt and Premiere Pro. You don’t have to render out the full video in TimeBolt and it’s instantly generated. Do all cut work and enhancements inside TimeBolt, and then export a fully cut timeline into Premiere Pro.

Why use XML?

How to Export XML from TimeBolt

You can export XML from Premiere Pro into TimeBolt for regular video and audio files, but it’s good to know that TimeBolt also supports XML Export for video files that have multi-track audio. These are file generally generated while game streaming or while watching reaction videos.