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	~~= Color Grading =~~

	== Overview ==		== Overview ==
	The '''[[Color_Grading\|Color Grading]]''' system in [[ACT3AI\|ACT 3 AI]] allows creators to adjust color, contrast, and tone across [[Scenes\|scenes]], [[Shots\|shots]], or entire [[Projects\|projects]].		The '''[[Color_Grading\|Color Grading]]''' system in [[ACT3AI\|ACT 3 AI]] allows creators to adjust color, contrast, and tone across [[Scenes\|scenes]], [[Shots\|shots]], or entire [[Projects\|projects]].
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	* [[Asset library\|Asset Library]]		* [[Asset library\|Asset Library]]

	~~[[Category:ACT 3 AI Features]]~~
	~~[[Category:Creative Tools]]~~

	[https://act3ai.com/contact Contact Us] if you have any problems using color grading or LUTs.		[https://act3ai.com/contact Contact Us] if you have any problems using color grading or LUTs.

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	* Combine with [[Lighting\|lighting]] adjustments in [[Set_Design\|Set Design]] for realism.		* Combine with [[Lighting\|lighting]] adjustments in [[Set_Design\|Set Design]] for realism.
	* Always preview at draft resolution before committing to 4K renders.		* Always preview at draft resolution before committing to 4K renders.
	* Save custom looks to the [[~~Asset_Library~~\|Asset Library]] for reuse.		* Save custom looks to the [[Asset library\|Asset Library]] for reuse.

	== Troubleshooting ==		== Troubleshooting ==

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= Color Grading =

== Overview ==
The '''[[Color_Grading|Color Grading]]''' system in [[ACT3AI|ACT 3 AI]] allows creators to adjust color, contrast, and tone across [[Scenes|scenes]], [[Shots|shots]], or entire [[Projects|projects]].
It works alongside [[Style_Presets|Style Presets]] and the [[Rendering_System|Rendering System]] to ensure consistent visual mood and professional-quality output.

== Key Features ==
* **LUT Support:** Import and apply industry-standard LUTs (.cube).
* **Preset Styles:** Built-in looks for cinematic, natural, vintage, and high-contrast.
* **Custom Adjustments:** Fine-tune exposure, contrast, saturation, highlights, shadows, and temperature.
* **Shot Matching:** Match colors between multiple shots for continuity.
* **Global vs Local:** Apply grading per shot, per scene, or across entire projects.
* **Integration with Style Presets:** Use presets as a base, then refine with grading controls.

== How to Use ==
1. Open your [[Project|project]] in the [[Editor|Editor Workspace]].
2. Switch to the **Color Grading** panel.
3. Choose a [[Style_Presets|style preset]] or import a LUT.
4. Adjust sliders for exposure, saturation, highlights, and shadows.
5. Apply globally or limit to a single [[Shot|shot]] or [[Scene|scene]].
6. Preview changes in the [[Preview|Preview Pane]] before rendering.
7. Send to the [[Render_Queue|Render Queue]] for draft or final rendering.

== Best Practices ==
* Use LUTs for brand consistency across campaigns.
* Apply grading globally for a unified look, then adjust locally for key shots.
* Combine with [[Lighting|lighting]] adjustments in [[Set_Design|Set Design]] for realism.
* Always preview at draft resolution before committing to 4K renders.
* Save custom looks to the [[Asset_Library|Asset Library]] for reuse.

== Troubleshooting ==
* **Colors look washed out** → Check if LUT intensity is too high.
* **Inconsistent look between scenes** → Apply global grading or match shots manually.
* **Preset not applying** → Verify LUT file format (.cube supported).
* **Render doesn’t match preview** → Ensure “Include Color Grading” is enabled in [[Export_Distribution|Export Settings]].

== Example Use Cases ==
* A film noir project with desaturated, high-contrast grading.
* Marketing ad campaigns using consistent brand LUTs.
* Social media videos with vibrant, high-saturation grading.
* Fantasy projects using cinematic teal-orange or pastel styles.

== Integration ==
* [[Style_Presets|Style Presets]] – use as baseline looks.
* [[Rendering_System|Rendering System]] – applies grading during final rendering.
* [[Export_Distribution|Export Distribution]] – ensure exports maintain grading.
* [[Preview|Preview Pane]] – test grading before committing to credits.

== See Also ==
* [[Style_Presets|Style Presets]]
* [[Lighting|Lighting]]
* [[Rendering_System|Rendering System]]
* [[Render_Queue|Render Queue]]
* [[Preview|Preview Pane]]
* [[Export_Distribution|Export Distribution]]
* [[Asset_Library|Asset Library]]

[[Category:ACT 3 AI Features]]
[[Category:Creative Tools]]

[https://act3ai.com/contact Contact Us] if you have any problems using color grading or LUTs.

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