Installation
Trapcode Shine comes packaged as a complete software installer. You must have installed one of the target applications: Adobe After Effects (6.5, 7.0, CS3), Premiere Pro (2.0, CS3), Apple Final Cut Pro (5.1.4, 6.0x), Apple Motion 3, Avid Xpress Pro (5.5 or later), or Media Composer 2.5 before installing Shine. The installer will automatically place the required components on your hard drive and guide you through the process of installing the plug-in.
Please check www.redgiantsoftware.com for the latest compatible host versions.

Activation
The final installation step before using Shine is entering your serial number into the registration dialog which will appear the first time you run the installer. YOU MUST ENTER A SERIAL NUMBER TO USE SHINE IN AUTHORIZED MODE. You will receive a confirmation email after your purchase that contains your serial number.
The serial number for Trapcode Shine appears in the following format:
AAAA #### #### #### ####
The activation code is a series of 20 characters. You must enter all digits to complete the activation. You can also choose to run the software in demo mode simply by leaving the fields blank. If you choose, you can enter the serial number after installation by pressing the Options button in any of the host applications.