Stop the "VID-202pe.mp4" Madness: The Ultimate Guide to Video Naming Conventions
We’ve all been there. You’re deep in the edit, and you’re looking for that perfect b-roll shot. You open your folder only to find a sea of files like , IMG_0042.MOV , and Untitled_v2_FINAL_FINAL.mp4 .
: Without a system, it’s impossible to tell which "VID-202pe" is the raw footage and which is the compressed export. The "Proper" Anatomy of a Video Filename
Instead of "VID," use a 2–3 word description of the content. If "VID-202pe" is a clip of a mountain hike, call it Mountain_Hike . 3. Versioning (Never Use "Final")
