Insta360 Studio: Insta360 Reframe Plugin for Adobe Premiere
Insta360 Studio: Insta360 Reframe Plugin for Adobe Premiere
Applicable Models: ONE X, X2, X3, X4, and X5
Insta360 Reframe is a plugin specifically designed for Adobe Premiere Pro, helping you process 360° videos efficiently.
Instructions
How to install
Method 1: Install via Insta360 Studio (Only for versions prior to v5.6.4)
- During installation, ensure the "Insta360 Reframe for Adobe Premiere" option is checked (checked by default).
Method 2: Download standalone installer from official website
- Visit our official website to download the standalone installer for Insta360 Reframe Plugin for Adobe Premiere.
- Do not change the default installation path, otherwise Adobe Premiere Pro will not recognize the plugin.
Please note:
- No desktop shortcut will be created after installation. The plugin must be used within Adobe Premiere Pro.
- Adobe Premiere Pro is third-party paid software, so users need to obtain the genuine program separately.
How to uninstall
Delete the "Insta360" folder at the corresponding path:
- Windows: C:\Program Files\Adobe\Common\Plug-ins\7.0\MediaCore\Insta360
- Mac: a. Open "Finder" on your Mac > click "Go" in the top menu bar > "Go to Folder"; b. Enter "~/Library/ApplicationSupport/Adobe/Common/plug-ins/7.0/MediaCore Insta360/Insta360Reframe.aex" and delete the file.
Language Setting
- Windows: Go to the computer's "Settings" menu > select "Time & Language" > find "Region" > click "Country or Region" to change the system language, which will also change the plugin language.
Please note: If garbled characters appear, please upgrade Adobe Premiere Pro to the latest official version first.
- MacOS: Due to Pr's compatibility limitations, only English is supported currently.
Please note: The language selected during the Insta360 Reframe plugin installation only affects the installer's display language, not the plugin's operational language.
How to Use?
For a more intuitive operational demonstration, please refer to Insta360 Reframe Tutorial.
Direct import of .insv videos is supported without the need to stitch and export via Insta360 Studio first.
You can modify the stitching mode, optimization options, and stabilization type in "Source Settings" to achieve the best stitching and stabilization results.
- Use proxy files
- Ensure the .lrv file exists in the same directory as the .insv file. Manually enable the proxy mode in Pr, and it will be recognized automatically.
- When using proxy files, changing options in "Source Settings" has no effect. Modifications in "Source Settings" only apply to the main file.
- Proxy is not supported for special formats like 5.7K 50/60fps; otherwise, it may cause playback issues.
- Reframe
Basic Reframe features are supported, including custom resolution, projection model, FOV presets, camera angle adjustment, and distortion control.
Please note:
- Only Adobe Premiere Pro 2021 and later versions are supported. Ensure Pr is closed during installation.
- The Reframe feature is only supported for 360° videos.
- If "Insta360 STITCHER" is installed, you need to manually delete the import plugin (Path: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Adobe\CEP\extensions\ProImporterCEP).
FAQ
1. Is the Insta360 Reframe plugin compatible with Adobe Premiere Pro CS4?
No. The Insta360 Reframe plugin is only compatible with Adobe Premiere Pro and cannot be used with Adobe Premiere Pro CS4.
2. Is the Insta360 Reframe plugin compatible with computers with the ARM architecture?
Yes, the Insta360 Reframe plugin is compatible with computers with the ARM architecture (requiring Adobe Premiere Pro 2021 or later).
3. How can I obtain the log file for the Insta360 Reframe plugin?
Windows: C:\Usersname\insta360\insta360\insplugin.log
Mac: User's home directory-insta360-insplugin.log
4. How do I select stitching options, enable/disable Direction Lock, or enable/disable Stabilization in Pr?
Right-click the media > click "Source Settings" > choose the desired stitching options and stabilization type.
5. Why does the Insta360 Reframe plugin consume a lot of memory?
This is normal as the plugin needs to perform complex real-time calculations for stitching, stabilization, etc.
6. Can I use the Tiny Planet mode within Pr if the plugin has already been installed in the computer?
No. The Tiny Planet mode is only available in Insta360 Studio.
7. What is the difference between adjusting the camera angle and adjusting the source file angle?
- Adjusting the camera angle: This is similar to adjusting the framing angle in Insta360 Studio. It is mainly used to achieve your desired shooting effect, such as highlighting a specific scene or changing how the subject is presented.
- Adjusting the source file angle: This focuses on correcting the image horizon. When the original file has a tilted image (e.g., due to stabilization), adjusting the source file angle can correct the image and restore a level horizon.
In practice, if the original image is tilted, it is recommended to level the horizon by adjusting the source file angle, and then adjust the camera angle to determine the ideal shooting angle. Both functions can be combined to ensure the image remains level and achieves the desired visual effect.
