TEST STRIP DCTLS by Mononodes v3 for DaVinci Resolve Studio

Downloadable Files

You can download TEST STRIP DCTLS for free from the end of this page and start using it instantly in DaVinci Resolve Studio.

🎬 A Smarter Way to See Your Image

If you’re a colorist, compositor, or working with technical post-production, you already know how important visual reference and accuracy are to your creative process. Test strips and value references are critical tools - which is why TEST STRIP DCTLS is here to help.

TEST STRIP DCTLS will help you see more, understand more, and ultimately have better control over your image. Designed with a simple yet effective approach, it will become part of your workflow in no time!

🔍 What Is TEST STRIP DCTLS and Why It Matters

TEST STRIP DCTLS or TEST STRIP DCTLEs (DCTL Extensions) is a set of specialized tools for DaVinci Resolve Studio that add test strips and value reference to your color grading workflow.

Why is this useful?

Color grading often involves working with invisible problems:

• Clipped highlights

• Crushed shadows

• Inconsistent exposure

• Unbalanced contrast

With TEST STRIP DCTLS, these issues become visually obvious.

Real-world use cases:

• Matching shots across different cameras

• Checking exposure consistency in log footage

• Fine-tuning contrast before applying creative looks

• Validating transforms and LUT behavior

These features help improve results because they allow you to make decisions based on visual truth, not guesswork.

🧩 Meet the Professional Toolset by Mononodes

TEST STRIP DCTLS is developed by MONONODES, a brand known for precision-focused tools for professional color workflows.

The package is fully compatible with:

• DaVinci Resolve Studio

• MacOS, Windows, and Linux

It installs quickly, runs efficiently, and integrates naturally into node-based grading.

✨ Features

• Multiple Test Strip Versions
  Includes several generations of test strips, allowing flexibility for different workflows and preferences.

• Value-Based Reference Tools
  Dedicated versions that display numeric and visual value references for precise evaluation.

• Non-Destructive Workflow
  Works cleanly within nodes without affecting your final render.

• Fast & Lightweight
  Extremely small file size (180 KB) with zero performance impact.

• Free Updates & One-Time Purchase
  No subscriptions, no hidden costs—just install and work.

Included Files:

• MONO-Test-Strip-v3.0.dctle

• MONO-Test-Strip-Values-v2.0.dctle

• MONO-Test-Strip-v2.0.dctle

• MONO-Test-Strip-Values-v1.0.dctle

• MONO-Test-Strip-v1.0.dctle

🎯 Pro Techniques & Practical Tips

• Place the test strip early in your node tree to evaluate your image before creative grading.

• Use value versions to check exposure balance instead of relying only on scopes.

• Toggle the node on and off to instantly compare before / after decisions.

• Combine with LUT testing to verify how transforms affect tonal response.

• Keep it subtle—this tool is for guidance, not visual effect.

These small habits can make your grades cleaner, more consistent, and more professional.

🚀 Final Thoughts

TEST STRIP DCTLS may not be the most glamorous tool in your workflow. Still, its versatility and precision make it an indispensable tool for serious colorists and post-production professionals who need technical accuracy and clean results.

If you think this sounds like something you can use for your work - then it’s absolutely worth your attention. So don’t forget to download it now!