PixelTools DCTL Plug-in Bundle PT_PrimeGrade_DCTL
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Prime/Grade™ DCTL Plug-In
PixelTools Prime/Grade™ DCTL Plug-In UI_Anim_-_PrimeGrade_-_1x1_9d242f72-a8f6-4c64-b141-8b69f47557db
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Prime/Grade™ DCTL Plug-In

“Prime/Grade is the Swiss Army knife I’ve been waiting for.”
— Jose A.E.
Used on productions for Disney+, Apple TV+ & Netflix
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Build a clean, balanced image in one step, not a node stack. Prime/Grade is a versatile, all-in-one primaries tool for DaVinci Resolve, bringing exposure, contrast, and color controls together.

Best suited for colorists, DPs, and editors who want to move faster through primaries while keeping results consistent.

New to DCTLs? See our complete guide to DCTLs in DaVinci Resolve.

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Eliminate the need to jump between tools and nodes

Primary Controls Built for Color-Managed Pipelines

Prime/Grade is an all-in-one primaries tool designed for accurate and efficient color correction, with advanced options for customizing its core processing.

Prime/Grade

The One-Node Primary Tool

Prime/Grade is an all-in-one primaries DCTL for DaVinci Resolve. It consolidates exposure, contrast, balance, and saturation into a single step, letting you build a clean, balanced image without stacking nodes.

Exposure is handled through Linear Gain, Gain, or Offset. Flare and Fill shape the toe, with Fill using an in-house design that lifts shadows without flattening contrast. Contrast offers both S-Curve and Linear behavior, and Temp/Tint balancing operates across Linear Gain, Gain, or Offset. Saturation is built on a subtractive model for a more film-like response under heavy grading.

Five built-in checkers help you read the image as you grade: a ±5 stop False Color, Skin Tone, White Balance, Middle Gray, and Negative. Prime/Grade works internally in DaVinci Wide Gamut Intermediate and supports the same 23 Transfer Functions as the rest of the PixelTools line, so it drops into ACES, RCM, and manual CST workflows without fuss.

Straight from the grading suite

Excellent

4.9

/ 5

based on 46 reviews

Prime/Grade is the Swiss Army knife I’ve been waiting for.

Prime/Grade is the Swiss Army knife I’ve been waiting for. So great to have contrast, fill, saturation, white balance all in one node along with Skin Checker, and a false color that works in different color spaces. So much of your basic grade can be fleshed out in half the time! Prime/Grade is the Swiss Army knife I’ve been waiting for. So great to have contrast, fill, saturation, white balance all... Prime/Grade is the Swiss Army knife I’ve been waiting for. So great to have contrast, fill, saturation, white balance all in one node along with Skin Checker, and a false color that works in different color spaces. So much of your basic grade can be fleshed out in half the time!

Jose A.E.

Packed with Useful Features

The DCTL takes a lot of work out of using different functions within Resolve that are a pain to handle (HSV sat, linear gain, etc). It’s packed with useful features, and I’m glad I purchased it. The DCTL takes a lot of work out of using different functions within Resolve that are a pain to handle... The DCTL takes a lot of work out of using different functions within Resolve that are a pain to handle (HSV sat, linear gain, etc). It’s packed with useful features, and I’m glad I purchased it.

Maxwell S.

My Favorite Grading DCTL

I use this tool in all my clip-level stacks - absolutely LOVE it! The false color tool and skin checker alone are worth it. Plus, its logical top-down organization makes it easy to dive in and get to work. I use this tool in all my clip-level stacks - absolutely LOVE it! The false color tool and skin checker... I use this tool in all my clip-level stacks - absolutely LOVE it! The false color tool and skin checker alone are worth it. Plus, its logical top-down organization makes it easy to dive in and get to work.

Rishi G.

It’s an all-in-one tool

It’s an all-in-one tool - no need to use multiple other tools when you can achieve everything with just one. It’s highly intuitive and user-friendly! It’s an all-in-one tool - no need to use multiple other tools when you can achieve everything with just one.... It’s an all-in-one tool - no need to use multiple other tools when you can achieve everything with just one. It’s highly intuitive and user-friendly!

Luis O.

I use this on every grade.

Seriously great DCTL. Totally changed my workflow; not only does it speed everything up, it also makes checking your work a breeze with its checker tools built in. Very flexible as well, allowing you to use a variety of different gammas. I’m legitimately a super fan now. Seriously great DCTL. Totally changed my workflow; not only does it speed everything up, it also makes checking your work... Seriously great DCTL. Totally changed my workflow; not only does it speed everything up, it also makes checking your work a breeze with its checker tools built in. Very flexible as well, allowing you to use a variety of different gammas. I’m legitimately a super fan now.

Bryce H.

The Single Most Useful DCTL

I've used Prime/Grade (and its predecessor) on every project since I bought it, and it's become the most useful DCTL in my kit. Having every shot-matching tool inside a single DCTL saves me enormous time, and I no longer have to flip nodes to Linear just to make a white balance correction. It's not just a must-have. It's essential for professional color grading. I've used Prime/Grade (and its predecessor) on every project since I bought it, and it's become the most useful DCTL... I've used Prime/Grade (and its predecessor) on every project since I bought it, and it's become the most useful DCTL in my kit. Having every shot-matching tool inside a single DCTL saves me enormous time, and I no longer have to flip nodes to Linear just to make a white balance correction. It's not just a must-have. It's essential for professional color grading.

Mark H.

One-Stop Primaries Shop

Prime/Grade is the ultimate all-in-one grading tool, combining contrast, fill, saturation, white balance, and more into a single powerful node. The intuitive, top-down layout streamlines essential grading tasks and saves real time. The built-in false color tool and Skin Checker stand out, holding accuracy across different color spaces. Prime/Grade simplifies complex adjustments in Resolve, making it a must-have for any colorist. Prime/Grade is the ultimate all-in-one grading tool, combining contrast, fill, saturation, white balance, and more into a single powerful node.... Prime/Grade is the ultimate all-in-one grading tool, combining contrast, fill, saturation, white balance, and more into a single powerful node. The intuitive, top-down layout streamlines essential grading tasks and saves real time. The built-in false color tool and Skin Checker stand out, holding accuracy across different color spaces. Prime/Grade simplifies complex adjustments in Resolve, making it a must-have for any colorist.

Jason

Compatible with

Color Managed Workflows

Prime/Grade™ seamlessly integrate with Resolve Color Management (DaVinci Intermediate) and ACES workflows, ensuring accurate and consistent color management throughout your entire post-production pipeline.

Work Faster Using

Blackmagic Control Surfaces

Prime/Grade™ integrates seamlessly with Blackmagic Mini and Advanced Control Surfaces, enabling quick adjustments without disrupting your current grading workflow or established muscle memory.

Prime/Grade In Action

Used daily by professional colorists — learn more inside.

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Prime/Grade™ DCTL — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Prime/Grade™ DCTL?

Prime/Grade™ is an all-in-one primaries DCTL for DaVinci Resolve. It consolidates exposure, contrast, balance and saturation into a single step, so you build a clean, balanced image without stacking nodes. Exposure works through Linear Gain, Gain or Offset; Flare and Fill shape the toe; Contrast offers both S-Curve and Linear behavior; and saturation uses a subtractive model for a more film-like response under heavy grading. Built for colorists, DPs and editors who want to move faster through primaries.

What's included?

The Prime/Grade™ plug-in plus five built-in checkers for reading your image as you grade: a ±5 stop False Color, Skin Tone, White Balance, Middle Gray and Negative. It works internally in DaVinci Wide Gamut Intermediate and supports 23 transfer functions, dropping cleanly into ACES, RCM and manual CST workflows.

Can I try Prime/Grade™ before buying?

Yes. A free Prime/Grade™ demo is available, so you can load it into your own footage and see how it behaves in your pipeline first.

Do I need DaVinci Resolve Studio?

Yes. Prime/Grade™ is a DCTL, and DCTL plug-ins run only in DaVinci Resolve Studio (the paid version) — they aren't supported in the free edition.

Is it a one-time purchase or a subscription?

A one-time purchase with free updates — no subscription. Buy it once and you own it.

How do I install it?

Installation is handled by the free PixelTools installer app: download it, run the installer, and Prime/Grade™ is placed in the correct Resolve folder automatically — no manual file-copying.

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Guides for this tool

DCTLs in DaVinci Resolve: the complete guideWhat DCTLs are, DCTL vs LUT vs OFX, how to install on any OS, and the best ones to add.Read the guide