Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Stop recreating the same custom masks from scratch! In this tutorial, learn how to save your custom shape masks and transparency setups into PowerGrade 1 in DaVinci Resolve 21 so you can reuse them instantly across any project or clip in your database.

What you'll learn:
▶️ How to grab a still of your custom mask on the Color Page
▶️ Saving masks directly to PowerGrade 1 for database-wide access
▶️ Applying saved PowerGrades using Middle-Click and Append Node Graph
▶️ Reusing transparent cutout shapes without breaking your workflow

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Watch the rest of this workflow series:
⬅️ Step 1: How to Create a Custom Transparent Mask: youtu.be/NwcY8kOZzi0
➡️ Step 3: How to Apply This Mask to ANY Clip: youtu.be/VipkMdX5miQ

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