How to Export Video in Apple Final Cut Pro
Utilizing Apple Final Cut Pro helps beginners and professionals to load their respective video projects and conduct professional-level editing. Afterward, you can then proceed to use the program for exporting the product to a high-quality video.
How to Export Video in Apple Final Cut Pro
Exporting videos takes time, depending on the length of the video project, the quality, and the inclusions within the file. So make sure you plan your exporting process before your client requests it.
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Step 1: Open Final Cut Pro
You will first need to access the software, go to where it is located on your local computer or desktop, and double-click the logo shortcut. This will then open the software where you can proceed with selecting to open the video project you are working on or will want to export.
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Step 2: Select Master File
After the software has loaded and you have opened your project, press “Shift + Cmd + A” to ensure nothing is selected. Afterward, you can then click on “File” on the top menu bar, click “Share,” then select “Master File.” -
Step 3: Set Export Specifications
A new window will open for you to set and select which export preferences the video will be exported as. You can select where the file will be placed on your desktop, the resolution, color source, audio file format, and other details. When you are satisfied and finished with changing the preferences, click the “Next” button. -
Step 4: Export the Project
Another window will open up allowing you to rename the file. Input whichever suits your preference. And to export the Final Cut Pro project to the specified file format, click “Save” in the bottom-right corner where you can also see the options of what file format to save it.
FAQs
Why can’t I export my video in Final Cut Pro?
There are two possible reasons for this: it can occur if the storage device is not correctly formatted; it can also happen when you share to a location other than the Export File destination.
What’s the difference between MP4 and MOV?
MP4 files are usually more compressed and less in size, but MOV files are frequently higher in quality and bigger in size which makes them recommendable for Mac since they are developed exclusively for QuickTime.
Where does Final Cut Pro save files?
Media and cache files are saved within the library by default, Motion material is stored in the Motion Templates folder, and backups of the library database are also stored in your Movies folder.
What video format do Youtubers use?
With a standard aspect ratio of 16:9, H.264 is the optimum video format for YouTube. AAC-LC audio codec with H.264 video codec
What happens if I delete Final Cut Pro’s library?
Once you delete Final Cut Pro’s library or even just a clip or project from an event, the source media files are relocated to the Trash.
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