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Hawaiki AutoFix

by Hawaiki (FxFactory)·VFX

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Why we like it

Hawaiki AutoFix earns its place in the Toolfarm library for turning dead-pixel cleanup into an automatic, content-aware process backed by tools to finesse and manually correct the result.

What is Hawaiki AutoFix?

Hawaiki AutoFix is a repair plug-in from Hawaiki that provides fast, automatic restoration of dead pixels. Its intelligent, content-aware repair technology handles what would otherwise be a tiresome chore, and it runs in After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro and Motion. The plug-in requires Noise Industries FxFactory, a free download, and works on both Apple Silicon and Intel processors.

Alongside the automatic repair, a set of tools lets you finesse the results and paint in specific pixels. A dedicated HUD gives precise focus on the area being repaired, with configuration options for all ratios including Square and Vertical, while a Navigation View keeps the wider frame in view as you work on detail. Match Swatch and Graph modes flag repair problems, and the Repair Mask, Replace and Sampling options control how the fix is applied, including a manual fix.

Hawaiki AutoFix appears in each host's effects library or panel, and you drag it onto a clip to begin. A manual and a demo video are available for more detail.

Who is Hawaiki AutoFix best for?

Hawaiki AutoFix is best for editors and compositors repairing dead pixels in footage across After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro and Motion.

How much does Hawaiki AutoFix cost?

Hawaiki AutoFix is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • Automatic, content-aware restoration of dead pixels
  • Dedicated HUD for precise focus on the repair area, with configuration for all ratios including Square and Vertical
  • Navigation View for keeping track of the wider frame while working on detail
  • Match Swatch and Graph modes that flag repair problems
  • Repair Mask and Replace tools, including a manual fix option
  • Sampling controls with a menu of prebuilt methods and the option to save your own combinations
  • Interface and operational customization options

Tags

#dead pixel repair#pixel restoration#content-aware repair#FxFactory#After Effects#DaVinci Resolve#Premiere Pro#footage repair

Frequently asked questions

Does Hawaiki AutoFix need FxFactory to run?

Hawaiki AutoFix requires Noise Industries FxFactory, which is a free download, in order to run. FxFactory also offers a paid Pro version that carries the same system requirements as the free one. The plug-in works on both Apple Silicon and Intel processors. For current system requirements, refer to the FxFactory page, since those specifications are maintained there rather than fixed in this listing.

Does Hawaiki AutoFix work in DaVinci Resolve and Premiere Pro?

Hawaiki AutoFix is compatible with DaVinci Resolve and Premiere Pro, along with After Effects, Final Cut Pro and Motion. It appears in the Resolve Effects Library, the Final Cut Pro Effects Browser, the After Effects Effects and Presets panel and Effect menu, the Premiere Pro Effects panel under Video effects, and the Motion Library tab under Filters. Once located, you drag it onto your clip to get started.

Can I manually adjust the repair in Hawaiki AutoFix?

Hawaiki AutoFix pairs its automatic repair with tools to finesse the outcome. The Replace options adjust the values of the automatically repaired pixels and include a manual fix option, while the Repair Mask offers comprehensive options for fine-tuning the mask. Sampling controls target which pixel values the automated process favours, with a menu of prebuilt methods you can pick from or save as your own combinations. Match Swatch and Graph modes help flag repair problems as you work.

Is Hawaiki AutoFix free?

Hawaiki AutoFix is listed as free in this catalog. The plug-in does require Noise Industries FxFactory, which is itself a free download, and FxFactory offers a paid Pro version that carries the same system requirements as the free one. Because licensing terms can change over time, this listing does not lock them in. For current licensing details and any updates, check the developer's page, where the up-to-date terms are maintained.

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