What is DaVinci Resolve Automation Suite?

It's a comprehensive tool designed to automate a wide range of video editing tasks in DaVinci Resolve through command-line interfaces (CLI) and a rich library of scripts, enhancing workflow efficiency.

How does it automate DaVinci Resolve without the Studio API?

For the free version, automation is achieved by leveraging AppleScript to control DaVinci Resolve via keyboard shortcuts, menu navigation, and clipboard operations for executing Lua code.

Does this tool work with the free version of DaVinci Resolve?

Yes, a key benefit is that most features, including extensive CLI commands and over 30 Fusion scripts, are fully functional and supported on the FREE version of DaVinci Resolve.

What specific video editing workflows can I automate?

You can automate entire workflows for YouTube video production, podcast creation, multi-platform social media exports, apply various color grading presets, and batch process clips efficiently.

What is the MCP API integration for DaVinci Resolve Studio users?

The External MCP API integration provides DaVinci Resolve Studio users with deeper programmatic control, allowing for advanced scripting and seamless integration with other tools via the Model Context Protocol.

DaVinci Resolve Automation: CLI & Scripts for Video Editing

DaVinci Resolve Automation provides a comprehensive suite for automating video editing workflows within DaVinci Resolve, including the free version. It functions as an MCP (Model Context Protocol) server, enabling users to control and script various aspects of the application via CLI commands and Lua scripts. This allows for streamlined production of content for platforms like YouTube and social media, batch processing, and applying quick color grades, making complex editing tasks more accessible and efficient without requiring the Studio version for most features. For Studio users, it unlocks advanced external scripting capabilities via its MCP server.

主な機能

01A rich library of over 30 Fusion scripts for effects, keying, graphics, and color grades.

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03Full functionality for most features supported on the FREE version of DaVinci Resolve.

04External MCP API integration available for DaVinci Resolve Studio users, enabling deeper programmatic control.

05Extensive CLI commands for DaVinci Resolve app control, page navigation, editing, and playback.

06Pre-built workflow automation for YouTube video production, podcasting, and multi-platform social media export.

ユースケース

01Streamlining podcast video creation with custom intros, guest overlays, chapter markers, and audiogram generation.

02Batch processing multiple video clips with consistent color corrections, cinematic looks, or other applied effects.

03Automating the complete production workflow for YouTube videos, including intro, lower thirds, and optimized export settings.