Avoid the "Final" trap. Use v01 , v02 , etc. This allows you to track progress without ever wondering which file is actually the latest. Putting It All Together
: If you send "VID-202pe_mp4" to a client or editor, they have to open it just to see what it is. Frame.io notes that inconsistent naming can lead to media files being lost entirely between departments. VID-202pe_mp4
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 . Avoid the "Final" trap