ShowTools

Production Tools for Live Events

Free, browser-based tools for video, audio, and lighting technicians. No installation required.

All tools still very much WIP and in testing phase, may not be accurate

File Size Calculator

Estimate video file sizes based on resolution, frame rate, codec, and duration.

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Data Transfer Calculator

Calculate transfer times for different interfaces and test your upload speed.

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Aspect Ratio Calculator

Calculate aspect ratios, scale factors, letterboxing, and screen dimensions.

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Test Pattern Generator

Generate test patterns for projection alignment, color calibration, and LED walls.

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FFmpeg Generator

Generate FFmpeg commands for professional video encoding. ProRes, DNxHD, H.264, and more.

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Thumbnail Generator

Extract frames from video files as high-quality PNG or JPEG thumbnails.

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LTC Generator

Generate SMPTE LTC timecode audio files with customizable frame rates and duration.

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LTC Reader

Analyze audio files for LTC timecode, detect breaks, and report timecode ranges.

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LTC Live

Send and receive SMPTE LTC timecode in real-time via any audio device.

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LTC Splitter

Split audio files by LTC timecode segments and export as individual WAV files.

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3D PreViz

Preview video textures on 3D meshes for projection mapping and LED wall content.

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BPM Detector

Analyze music for tempo, beats, and song structure. Export markers for MA3 lighting programming.

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3D Mesh Preview

Upload and preview 3D models in OBJ, STL, or glTF format directly in your browser.

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PDF to IMG

Convert PDF pages to high-quality PNG or JPEG images with customizable resolution.

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PDF Compressor

Compress PDFs with quality presets or target a specific file size.

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PDF Password

Add or remove password protection from PDF files securely in your browser.

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PDF Extract

Extract embedded images from PDFs at their original resolution.

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