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If you’re experiencing slow performance in Adobe Premiere Pro, there are several things you can try to improve the speed and performance of the program:

1. Close unnecessary programs and processes: Having multiple programs and processes running in the background can slow down your PC and impact the performance of Premiere Pro. Close any programs or processes that you are not using to free up system resources.

2. Optimize your media: Make sure that your media is optimized for editing. This includes using a lower resolution and frame rate, using a more efficient codec, and converting audio to a lower sample rate and bit depth.

3. Use a faster hard drive: If you’re using a traditional hard drive (HDD) for storage, consider switching to a solid-state drive (SSD). SSDs are much faster than HDDs and can significantly improve the speed of Premiere Pro.

4. Increase your system RAM: Having enough system RAM is crucial for smooth performance in Premiere Pro. If you don’t have enough RAM, consider upgrading to a larger capacity.

5. Use the “Mercury Playback Engine GPU Acceleration” setting: Premiere Pro can use the graphics processing unit (GPU) on your computer to speed up rendering and playback. Enable this setting in the program’s preferences to take advantage of your GPU.

6. Use proxies: If you’re working with high-resolution footage, consider using proxies to reduce the load on your system. Proxies are lower-resolution versions of your media that can be used for editing, with the option to switch back to the full-resolution footage when you’re ready to export.

7. Avoid using too many effects: Applying too many effects to your footage can slow down Premiere Pro. Try to use effects sparingly and only use the ones that are necessary for your project.