For the fundamentals behind this workflow, start with Adobe Premiere Pro markers: the complete guide.
One panel for the complete marker set
MarkerBuddy loads sequence markers and clip markers on timeline tracks into one editable table. Change names, comments, colors, and timecodes; search by text; filter by color, track, and status; configure the seven table columns and Saved Presets in Column Settings; and navigate the active sequence from the marker list.
Quick Marker templates make repeated labels and colors one-click actions. Batch editing, marker conversion, client-note import, cross-format export, completion status, duplicate detection, a mini timeline, and dedicated undo history are part of the same workflow.
Offline after the Marketplace install
MarkerBuddy runs locally in Premiere. Its marker tools and export engines are included with the installation, while settings and presets remain on this computer unless you share a project or exported file.
MarkerBuddy works offline after installation and requires no MarkerBuddy account, telemetry service, or cloud processing. Adobe and Creative Cloud can have their own activation requirements outside MarkerBuddy.
Use physical keys for repeated marker actions
The separate Stream Deck plugin includes 25 actions: Quick Marker 1 through 8, Add Clip Marker, Add Sequence Marker, Previous Marker, Next Marker, Undo, Mark as Complete, Mark as Skipped, and Location Memory 1 through 10. The eight shipped Quick Marker key faces show B-Roll, VFX, Audio, Music, SFX, Graphics, Color, and Review in their matching factory colors. Saved Quick Marker templates still control the current name and color applied in Premiere, but customized values do not live-update the static key artwork. Location Memory actions jump to sequence-specific slots assigned by dragging a row or choosing Set as Location Marker in MarkerBuddy, and retain generic numbered key faces with the same blue bullseye. A clip marker first asks for confirmation to convert it; accepting replaces it with a sequence marker at the same timeline position, while Cancel leaves the clip marker unchanged. Key-level feedback reports success or an error.
On macOS, allow Accessibility permission for the Stream Deck application when prompted. On Windows, complete the included installer steps. Keep Premiere running with an active sequence when using either profile.
Workflow
A practical four-step process
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Install MarkerBuddy
Use the Adobe Creative Cloud Marketplace, restart Premiere, and open MarkerBuddy from Premiere’s Window menu.
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Build the marker workspace
Use Column Settings to order or hide the seven columns, configure filters, search, and Quick Markers, then save the complete workspace as a Saved Preset. LOC follows Timecode and appears when a Location Marker is assigned.
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Optionally install Stream Deck support
Download the companion installer and assign the desired MarkerBuddy actions to physical keys.
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Work locally
Manage markers, client notes, status, reports, and handoffs without sending MarkerBuddy data to a cloud service.
Good fit
Use this workflow for
- Editors and assistant editors managing dense marker sets
- Facilities that work offline or on air-gapped systems
- Repeat Quick Marker, Location Memory, navigation, and status actions on Stream Deck
- Post teams that need imports, exports, presets, and undo
Before using Stream Deck
Check the Premiere and Stream Deck requirements
Use Premiere 25.6 or later, install the MarkerBuddy Stream Deck profile, and keep Premiere open with an active sequence. On macOS, allow Accessibility access for the Stream Deck application.
