Hi! I understand you're having trouble with VideoPad freezing and entering a "broken record mode" when editing large files. That definitely can disrupt your workflow. To help me better assist you, could you tell me a bit more?

- How large are these files (e.g., size in GB or length in minutes)?
- Are you working with a particular video format?
- Have you noticed if the freeze happens during a specific action (like cutting, adding effects, or playback)?
- Also, is your VideoPad updated to the latest version?

Meanwhile, here are some initial steps that often help with similar freezes:

1. Clear Cache Files: VideoPad stores temporary cache files to speed up editing, but with large files, these can get cluttered. Go to Options > Disk tab, and click Clear Unused Cache Files. Doing this before and during your editing sessions can improve performance.

2. Lower Preview Quality: Large files require more system resources. Try reducing the preview resolution or frame rate in the playback settings to lessen the load on your system.

3. Check System Resources: Make sure your PC has enough free RAM and CPU capacity. Closing other applications while editing can help.

4. Update Graphics Drivers: Outdated GPU drivers can cause freezing during video editing. Visit your graphics card manufacturer's website to get the latest drivers.

5. Split Large Projects: If the file or project is extremely large, consider breaking it into smaller parts, edit them separately, then combine in a new project.

Have you already tried any of these? If so, let me know which ones, and we can look into deeper troubleshooting. Also, I'd recommend ensuring your Windows 10 is fully updated since system updates can improve compatibility and stability.

Looking forward to your reply!