proDAD Hide

Whether you are a professional videographer or simply enjoy creating video clips for your own personal use, having an object or a person get in the way of your footage is surely frustrating. However, there are tools that can aid in removing unwanted and disturbing objects without a lot of hassle. Instead of using a complex video editing tool, you can opt for proDAD Hide, a dedicated software utility specifically cut out for this purpose.

proDAD Hide features a ribbon-based interface that bundles all the tools and options within reach. The first thing you need to do is import the media file that requires processing, be it a video file or a photo. The file is immediately loaded in the preview area. The playback can be controlled via the embedded player, while the timeline area allows you to work seamlessly and process your videos faster than expected.

The application is versatile enough: regardless of the shape of the object you want to remove, there is a mask shape that can match it best. Once you have the target object or person selected, you can choose the embedded motion tracker to trace it throughout the video frame by frame and make sure it is eliminated for good. The numeric keypad can be used for making adjustments, if necessary.

Alternatively, you can use the timeline cursor for object tracking. To get the best possible workflow, external hardware devices such as pedals are recommended.

proDAD Hide thoroughly analyzes the background of the object to remove and replace the object accordingly. The video is played as if the object was never there, but note that the application does require a few seconds of footage before and after the object has gotten out of view.  The output videos can be previewed prior to saving and, what is more, you can easily upload them to YouTube if needed, with resolutions up to (and including) 8K.

With smart automatic motion tracking and intelligent background analysis models, proDAD Hide allows quick and easy marking and removal of objects from your videos. Whether you are an experienced videographer or a holiday shooter only, this application can help you save those unrepeatable moments without having something getting into the frame.