Iris offers two distinct views to accommodate various stages and needs of video production, making it easier to manage, preview, and switch between sources. Understanding and utilizing these views can significantly improve your efficiency and production quality. Here's how each view works and its benefits:
Focus View
Overview: Focus View is the default setting in Iris. It presents one large source or canvas in the center of your screen, allowing you to concentrate on a single source at a time.
Layout: Smaller tiles on the left-hand tray display the remaining sources, enabling quick access and visibility without overwhelming the main workspace.
Usage: Ideal for fine-tuning image settings or framing a specific shot with precision. The Focus View allows for detailed adjustments and closer inspection of your primary source.
Multi-View
Overview: In Multi-View, all sources are displayed in equal size. You can scroll horizontally to view and navigate through all your sources effortlessly.
Interaction: Clicking on a source in Multi-View lets you control it directly. Single Source view puts the selected camera in the Canvas Window.
Usage: Perfect for fast-cutting shows or when managing multiple sources simultaneously. It enables quick switching and easier framing across multiple sources.
Navigating Between Views
Hotkeys can be used to swiftly navigate between views, enhancing your production workflow and allowing for quick adjustments on the fly.
FAQs
Q: How do I switch between the different views in Iris?
A: You can switch between views by using designated hotkeys or manually selecting the view option within the Iris interface.
Q: Can I customize the layout of these views?
A: In Multiview mode, you can choose which source order best suits your current task and quickly adjust as needed. You can also reorganize sources in the Sources Tray for both multi-view and single view by clicking and dragging the thumbnails.
Q: Is one view better than the others?
A: Each view serves a different purpose, and the best view depends on your specific needs at any given time—whether it's detailed work on a single source or managing multiple sources.
Use Cases
Live Events: Switch between Multi-View for managing multiple camera angles and Switching View for seamless live production.
Studio Production: Use Focus View for setting up your initial shots and fine-tuning settings, then switch to Multi-View as you start recording or streaming.