Creating a Custom Video Specification

Overview

Custom Video Specifications allow you to customize video editing templates directly within the platform. Unlike predefined templates, you can configure every aspect of your video retouching workflow to match your specific requirements, giving you greater flexibility and control over the final output.

This article explains how to create a Custom Video Specification, including:

Custom Video Specifications are available to PRO and Enterprise plans.

To access the Custom video specification:

Go to the Specifications screen
Click on the “+” button.
Click on the "Video" button under Custom Specifications.

To create a Custom Video Specification, configure settings across three main tabs, alongside a real-time summary and visual preview:

1. General

The General tab is where you set up the basic information for your specification - its name, description, and tags - so you can organize and easily find it later.

Settings in this section

Setting	What it does
Name	The name of your specification. You can mark it as a favorite using the star icon.
Description	A note describing the spec's purpose. This is for your reference only and won't affect the edit.
Tags	Keywords such as ‘jackets’, ‘editorial’, or ‘Fall25’ to help you find this specification later.

When you're done, select Next to move to the Output tab.

2. Output

The Output tab defines how the video is delivered. Here you set up the main video output, the thumbnail output, and - optionally - additional video outputs.

Video Output

At least one video output is required. Configure the following:

Setting	Options & notes
Filename	Choose Product ID or Keep Original. With Product ID you decide how it's used: Use Product ID, Prefix, Suffix, or Replace. Keep Original only works when there is a single input file.
File Format	MOV, MP4, MKV, FLV, or VTT. (Default: MOV)
Resolution	Set Width and Height in px. Both are required. Maximum 4 digits each (e.g. 9999 px). Default: 1080 × 1350 px.
Framerate	24, 25, 30, or 60 FPS. (Default: 24 FPS)
Duration	Keep Original, or Customize to set a specific length in seconds. Minimum 10 seconds.
Codec	H264, H265, or AppleProRes. (Default: H264)
Bitrate	Set in Mbps, up to 3 digits (max 999). Default: 11 Mbps.
Maximum File Size	Optional. Toggle on to cap the file size in KB, MB, or GB. (Default unit: MB)

Thumbnail Output

A thumbnail output is required. It includes:

Setting	Options & notes
Filename	Product ID (Use Product ID, Prefix, Suffix, Replace) or Keep Original.
File Format	JPG, PNG, or TIFF. (Default: JPG)
Resolution	Width and Height in px. Both are required.
Maximum File Size	Optional. Toggle on to set a limit.

Additional Video Outputs

You can add multiple outputs by selecting the + button in the Video Output panel. Each additional output is automatically assigned a default name (for example, "TemplateName Output 2") and can be renamed as needed.

Good to know: technical settings (format, resolution, codec, etc.) are configured per output, so each additional output can have its own settings. Editing settings, however, are shared - additional outputs inherit the same editing settings as the main output.

3. Editing

The Editing tab is where you set your post-production preferences - trimming, color, and other enhancements to polish your video.

Settings in this section

Setting	What it does
Number of Cuts	Define how many cuts the final edit will have, as a range: 1–3, 4–6, or 7–10. Active by default with 1–3 selected. For creative curation based on your footage, contact us.
Sharpening	Enhances edge definition for a crisper image.
Visual Noise Reduction	Reduces grain and digital noise from low-light or compressed footage.
Stabilization	Corrects camera shake for a steadier output.
Color Matching	Matches color grading across cuts for consistency. Choose any of: Background, Model, Product.

Note on color: Color correction (adjusting footage to a natural tone) is automatically applied once whenever Color Matching is turned on - it's a built-in pre-requisite step, so you don't need to request it separately. Selecting multiple Color Matching options won't add the base color-correction step more than once.

4. Saving Your Specification & Pricing

As you configure a Custom Video Specification, the Specification Summary displays the selected settings and the estimated price per video. Once reviewed, you can select Save Specification to create the specification.

If the required settings are unavailable, please use Get in Touch so the Sales team can review the request and determine whether a custom specification is needed.

Viewing & Editing a Saved Specification

From the Specifications page, open the View option on any video spec to see a clear summary of everything it contains - Main Output, Thumbnail Output, Editing settings, and any Additional Outputs.

Editing options that are controlled by a toggle appear only when that toggle is enabled. Disabled options are hidden.
The Edit button opens the spec in edit mode. It's only shown when the specification is editable.

How Custom Video Specs Appear on the Specifications Page

Video specifications now display their spec type on the Specifications page. You'll see an Image or Video tag indicating what each specification is for, making it easy to tell your image and video specs apart at a glance.

If you require further information or assistance, please do not hesitate to contact our customer support team at enterprise@pixelz.com or speak directly with your dedicated Customer Success Manager.

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Creating a Custom Video Specification

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