Post-production · process
Primary color correction
Also known as primary grade, primaries.
A color adjustment affecting the image broadly, such as overall exposure, balance, contrast, or saturation.
In practice
Primaries establish a stable base and shot match before more isolated work; controls and order vary by grading system and color-management pipeline.
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Sources
- ACES Documentation Glossary · Academy Color Encoding System
Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.