How to Use Scene Cut Detection in DaVinci Resolve Full Tutorial + Fixes
Having trouble finding or using Scene Cut Detection in DaVinci Resolve? In this updated tutorial, I walk you through exactly how to use it — and clear up some confusion from the comments.
You’ll learn:
✅ Where to find Scene Cut Detection in the Media Page
✅ How to fine-tune detected cuts
✅ How to add clips directly to the media pool
✅ How to build a timeline from your detected scenes
I also show you how to adjust the cut sensitivity line to clean up false positives or missed edits — so your cut detection is fast and accurate.
🎞 Perfect for breaking down long-form content, old footage, or films without an EDL.
00:00 Intro
00:12 How Scene Cut Works
00:17 Destination Bin
00:28 Scene Cut on Media Storage Clip
00:37 Using The Detector
01:54 Adding Cuts to Media Pool - Desitnation Directory
02:03 Creating Timelines 2 Ways
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