Apple Final Cut Pro 5 - Manual (Page 1236)

Chapter 20 Color Correcting Clips 449
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5 Choose Window > Arrange > Color Correction.
This displays the Video Scopes tab in the Tool Bench. While color correcting, it’s
helpful to have the Video Scopes tab open to get a more detailed analysis of your
video as you work.
6 In the Layout pop-up menu of the Video Scopes tab, choose All to make sure that all
the scopes are available.
Now you’re ready to begin adjusting the image.
7 Click the Auto Contrast button to maximize the range from white to black in your clip.
The Whites and Blacks sliders automatically adjust themselves to achieve the best
numeric distribution based on the luminance levels shown in the Histogram. This gives
you a starting point from which to proceed.
Choose All so that all
video scopes are available
for you to use.
Auto Contrast button