ALE Metadata Toolkit - Plugin for Adobe Premiere Pro

ALE Metadata Toolkit
Plugin for Adobe Premiere Pro

The ALE Metadata Toolkit for Adobe Premiere Pro makes it easy to import all columns from an ALE file (including those that Premiere Pro normally skips). It also allows you to update metadata in an existing ALE file and merge it with metadata from Premiere Pro.

Features

Import all columns from any ALE file
Add new metadata columns to Premiere Pro
Merge metadata from ALE files with existing clips
Update existing ALE files

Download

for Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2022+
for Windows and macOS

Plugin functions

Import metadata

Adobe Premiere Pro will usually ignore some columns in your ALE files that may contain valuable information for your editing process. This plugin ensures that all metadata columns are imported and displayed. This is particularly useful when additional information is provided in columns for VFX or archive footage processes.

Merge metadata

If you already have clips in Premiere Pro, but some metadata columns are missing, you can merge information from your ALE files to access all the metadata columns inside your project.

Update ALE files

If you are missing columns in your ALE file and want to merge information added in Premiere Pro, you can also use this plug-in to update existing .ale files.

Exchange Metadata with other tools

This plugin is a great addition to workflows with other tools, such as our Archive Production Manager to import metadata from Archive Producers such as clip prices, licenses, archive names or copyright information.

The plugin will be available on EditingTools.io soon! It is already available from the Adobe Exchange Store.

This plugin is also available for purchase from the official Adobe Exchange Store.

FAQ

How to install the plugin?

Close Adobe Premiere Pro before installing the plugin. You can then run the .pkg installer for MacOS or the .exe installer for Windows. It is also possible to install the extension using the ZXP file. This requires an ZXP installer like Anastasiy’s Extension Manager or ZXP/UXP Installer from aescripts.com.

If you already have the plugin installed and want to install a new version of the plugin, you can simply run the new installer. It is not necessary to uninstall the old version, the new one will overwrite everything.

How to enable the plugin panel?

You can activate the plugin panel in Premiere Pro menu under "Window > Extensions > ALE Metadata Toolkit".

Do I get free updates?

Yes, if you purchased the plugin through EditingTools.io, you will be able to download updates for the plugin at any time. If you did not purchase the plugin with an account, you can create an account with the same email you used to purchase the license and the license will be linked automatically. To download the latest version of the plugin, go to "Purchases" in your account.

What Premiere Pro version are supported?

We always make sure the plugin works in the latest version of Adobe Premiere Pro. Starting with Premiere Pro 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and later.

If you are experiencing problems with the plugin, make sure you have the latest version of the plugin installed. Also, feel free to contact our support anytime if you have any issues with it.

Which operating systems are supported?

We support Windows and MacOS.

How to uninstall the plugin?

On Windows the extension can be easily uninstalled under "Add/Remove Programs".

On MacOS the extension can be easily uninstalled by deleting the folder "/Library/Application Support/Adobe/CEP/extensions/ALE Metadata Toolkit".

Is it possible to add a feature?

If you need a feature for the plugin, a new option or an individual customized version, please send us a message. We offer custom solutions for your business.

Didn't get your answer? Don't hesitate to contact our support anytime.