If Filmora crashes before you can access the settings menu to disable hardware acceleration, you must do it via the configuration files.

: Go to File > Preferences > Performance . Check "Enable hardware acceleration for video rendering and playback".

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Wondershare Filmora X version 10.1.20.16 is a highly popular video editing software build known for its balance of advanced features and user-friendly interface. However, users frequently encounter specific performance hurdles with this exact build, including startup crashes, frozen rendering timelines, and system compatibility issues.

Version 10.1.20.16 can struggle with high-bitrate 4K footage or modern HEVC (H.265) codecs, leading to sudden export crashes at 99%. Force Proxy Creation

If your software is lagging or freezing during editing, try these immediate internal settings:

Launch Filmora. The software will create a fresh, uncorrupted effects directory. 2. Turn Off Hardware Acceleration for Timeline Inside Filmora, go to > Preferences . Click on the Performance tab.

I can provide step-by-step instructions tailored to your exact system setup.

Go to C:\Program Data\ (you may need to enable "Show Hidden Files" in View settings) and delete the folder. Reboot your computer. Reinstall the Wondershare Filmora X 10.1.20.16 setup file.