Unable to apply transitions in Premiere Pro

If the element is imported, but it is not on the timeline, this article will help you solve this problem.

To begin with, try to apply the element, do not move/or delete anything on the timeline until the element is applied (the progress bar will reach 100% and disappear signaling the application).

If this advice did not help, then follow the instructions below for your operating system.

Solution for Mac OS

Main issue: Access

You can simply press CMD + SPACE and type Privacy & Security to go to the settings.

Or find this section by opening Apple menu -> System Preferences.

You need to find the child section - Accessibility.

Keep in mind: Depending on the OS version, the path to the settings may differ, but the general logic remains the same.

Avoid confusion: If the screenshots below differ from your OS, do not confuse the Accessibility settings with Full Disk Access - these are completely different things. Also keep in mind that we are talking about special features within the Security & Privacy section.

Now try again to apply the elements.

Optional issue: Currently unavailable

When working in previous versions of the extension, you may encounter the following error when applying transitions:

This can be fixed by enabling some options inside the extension.

Click on the 3 stripes (looks like a hamburger) to the right of the extension’s name, then click to Settings from the pop-up menu.

Check the box for these options: GPU Supports & Continue anyway

Restart the extension and try to apply the transition again.

Solution for Windows

The elements may not be applied because the application may be blocked by antivirus/or firewall.

Try one or more solutions:

• Disable your antivirus/firewall.
• Add an exception in antivirus/firewall for application Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Run the Adobe Premiere Pro as Administrator.

After the actions are completed, try to apply the element again.