Automation

What are Pipeline Automations in ShotPut Studio?
Pipeline Automations let you combine Copy, Transcode, and Report Presets into a single workflow. Once started, the pipeline runs through its configured step...
Fri, Oct 30, 2026 at 12:03 PM
How do I create an Automation?
Open the Workflow section of the Toolkit and select Automation. Select the + icon in the Automation list to create a new Automation. You can then build its ...
Fri, Oct 30, 2026 at 12:04 PM
How do I build an Automation Pipeline?
Drag a Preset into the pipeline editor to establish the starting point. Add additional Presets before or after that step by dragging them into the pipeline ...
Fri, Oct 30, 2026 at 12:04 PM
Can I add a Transcode or Report step to an existing Copy step?
Yes. You can add a Transcode or Report as a sub-activity within a Copy section. This allows the additional task to run as part of that copy step rather than...
Fri, Oct 30, 2026 at 12:04 PM
What is the difference between a sub-activity and a separate pipeline section?
A separate pipeline section runs as its own step in the Automation. A sub-activity is attached to an existing Copy section. For example, a Transcode sub-act...
Fri, Oct 30, 2026 at 12:04 PM
How do I edit or remove a step in an Automation Pipeline?
Select a pipeline section to open its Preset settings and make changes. To remove a section, right-click it and select Remove. If you remove the starting se...
Fri, Oct 30, 2026 at 12:04 PM
How do I run an Automation?
Once your pipeline is configured, exit the pipeline editor. Enable the Automation you want to run, drag the source media into the queue, and select Start.
Fri, Oct 30, 2026 at 12:04 PM
Can Automation steps run at the same time?
Yes. In Settings > General > Automation Options, enable Allow concurrent Sub-Jobs. This allows multiple actions within an Automation to run simultaneo...
Fri, Oct 30, 2026 at 12:05 PM