Definitions for "On-line editing"
Keywords:  footage, master, assemble, tape, edit
Final editing or assemble using the original master tapes to produce a finished program ready for distribution. Usually preceded by off-line editing. In some cases, programs go directly to the online editing suite. Usually associated with high-quality computer editing and digital effects.
The final editing process in which the final video cut is merged with titles, sound effects and other special effects.
Electronic editing performed in a fully equipped edit suite using the original master tapes to produce a final edited master tape that is ready for broadcast or distribution.