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Before encoding content, you must set up an encoding session. The easiest way to do so is to use quick starts or the New Session Wizard. Quick starts are session files that are included with Windows Media Encoder. They are designed to address common encoding scenarios and already include most of the settings you need to begin encoding without delay. All you need to do is provide specifics about your content, such as file names or server names. You can also use the New Session Wizard, which walks you through the steps necessary to set up four of the most common encoding scenarios.
The quick starts and wizard are available from the New Session dialog box (if enabled) that is displayed when you first open the encoder or from the main encoder window by clicking New Session on the toolbar.
After you set up your encoding session, you are ready to encode content. If you plan to run the same session again, you can save the settings to a session file and then use the session at a later date. Session files are saved with a .wme extension.