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# Manually Assigning Timecode and Keycode on Import

When importing sequences composed of any type of image file format, you can manually set the timecode, keycode, and frame code mode for the resulting clip. By setting keycode you also set the film gauge used for the clip. The film gauge defines how the keycode data is calculated.

To manually assign timecode and keycode data to image files on import:

1. Follow the general procedure for importing an image file, and stop at the point where you adjust Clip Metadata properties. See Importing and Soft-Importing Image Files.
2. From the Timecode box, select Enter Timecode.

   Any embedded timecode data is ignored and replaced with the value that you enter directly in the Timecode field.

3. In the Timecode field, enter a Timecode value using the timecode calculator. See About the Timecode Calculator.

   After entering a timecode value and closing the timecode calculator, the value appears in the Timecode field.

4. From the Keycode box, select Enter Keycode.

   Any embedded keycode data is ignored and replaced with the value that you enter directly in the Keycode field.

5. In the Keycode field, enter a valid keycode value using the keycode calculator. See About the Keycode Calculator.

   After entering a keycode value and closing the keycode calculator, the value appears in the Keycode field. As well, the Film Gauge box in the Image Import menu inherits the the film gauge that you set in the keycode calculator.

   TipIf you want to change the film gauge, including the reference foot for 35 mm / 3 perf film, access the keycode calculator again by clicking the Keycode field.
6. Continue the procedure for importing an image file.

   Your new timecode and keycode values are set.