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VEGAS Pro templates are .veg project files — complete, pre-animated projects that you open in VEGAS Pro and customize with your own media and text. There is no separate "installation" process. You download, extract, open, customize, and export. Here is exactly how to do it.

What You Need

  • VEGAS Pro 11 or later (see compatibility chart below)
  • Windows 10 or Windows 11
  • A downloaded template (ZIP file containing the .veg project file)
  • Your own media — video clips, photos, or just your text content

Compatible VEGAS Pro Versions

VEGAS Pro 11
VEGAS Pro 12
VEGAS Pro 13
VEGAS Pro 14
VEGAS Pro 15
VEGAS Pro 16
VEGAS Pro 17
VEGAS Pro 18
VEGAS Pro 19
VEGAS Pro 20
VEGAS Pro 21
VEGAS Pro 22
VEGAS Pro 23

Each product page on alestemple.net lists the exact minimum version required. A few newer templates require VEGAS Pro 15+.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1

Purchase and Download the Template

Browse the VEGAS Pro Templates store and choose your template. Click "Buy Now" to go to our Gumroad checkout. After payment, you receive an instant download link for a .zip file containing the template.

💡 Save the ZIP to a memorable location such as your Desktop, Downloads folder, or a dedicated Templates folder so you can find it easily.
2

Extract the ZIP File

Right-click the downloaded ZIP → Extract All. Extract to its own folder, for example: C:\Videos\Templates\TemplateName\

You can also use 7-Zip or WinRAR. The extracted folder will contain the .veg project file plus any included media assets.

Important: Never open the .veg file directly from inside the ZIP archive. Always extract first. Opening from inside a ZIP causes missing media errors because VEGAS cannot find the asset files.
3

Open the Template in VEGAS Pro

Launch VEGAS Pro. Go to File → Open (Ctrl + O). Navigate to your extracted folder and open the .veg file. The full timeline loads with all animations, transitions, and placeholder content ready to edit.

✓ You should see a complete multi-track timeline with animated events, text placeholders, and sample media. If you see missing media warnings, go back to Step 2 and extract the ZIP properly.
4

Replace Placeholder Media

Open the Project Media panel (Ctrl + 5). Add your video clips or images. Then drag them over the placeholder events on the timeline — hold Ctrl while dragging to replace the event while preserving its original duration and position.

💡 Try to match your clip's duration to the placeholder duration to keep the template's transitions and animations intact and synchronized.
5

Edit the Text

Double-click any text event on the timeline. The Titles & Text editor opens. Replace the placeholder text (usually "YOUR TITLE HERE") with your content. Use the formatting controls to adjust font, size, weight, and color.

💡 Many templates use text on multiple tracks. Scroll through the entire timeline to find all text events — they may appear in both upper and lower track areas.
6

Preview and Export

Press Space to preview your edit. When satisfied, go to File → Render As (Ctrl + M). Choose your format, output folder, and filename, then click Render.

✓ For YouTube: use Sony AVC/MVC, 1920×1080, High Profile, ~20 Mbps bitrate, AAC audio 320 kbps. This matches YouTube's recommended upload specifications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do VEGAS Pro templates require any plugins?
Most templates from alestemple.net require no additional plugins — everything uses VEGAS Pro's native effects. The product page always mentions if any specific requirement applies.
What VEGAS Pro version do I need?
Most templates work with VEGAS Pro 14 and later. Some newer templates require VEGAS Pro 18+. The minimum version is listed on every product page. When in doubt, the 30-day VEGAS Pro trial lets you test before purchasing.
Can I use these templates in VEGAS Movie Studio?
VEGAS Pro templates (.veg files) are not directly compatible with VEGAS Movie Studio. We offer separate VEGAS Movie Studio templates specifically designed for that software.
What if media files show as missing after opening a template?
This usually means the .veg was opened before fully extracting the ZIP. Close the project, extract the ZIP completely to its own folder, then re-open the .veg from the extracted folder. VEGAS will re-link the media automatically.
Is music included with the templates?
Music is not included due to licensing. Template previews use placeholder audio. We recommend royalty-free music from Epidemic Sound, Artlist, or Pixabay for your projects.
Do I receive updates if the template is improved?
Yes. All alestemple.net templates include lifetime updates. If we improve or update a template, you receive the updated version at no additional charge through your Gumroad purchase link.

Recommended Export Settings

Once your template is customized, use these settings in File → Render As for the best results:

Platform Format Resolution Bitrate Audio
YouTube (HD) Sony AVC/MVC 1920×1080 20 Mbps VBR AAC 320 kbps
YouTube (4K) Sony AVC/MVC 3840×2160 50 Mbps VBR AAC 320 kbps
Instagram Reels Sony AVC/MVC 1080×1920 15 Mbps VBR AAC 256 kbps
Archive / Master MAGIX AVC/AAC MP4 Original Highest quality AAC 320 kbps