How to Configure Final Cut or Premiere to Use SSDs, Instead of Hard Disks [v]

[ This is an excerpt from a recent on-line webinar: “Ask Larry Anything!” which is available as a download in our store, or as part of our Video Training Library. ]

EXCERPT DESCRIPTION

In this short video, Larry Jordan explains how to configure either Apple Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premiere Pro to use SSDs instead of hard disk drives (HDDs).

NOTE: After you finish this video, watch this one on Thunderbolt 3/4.

How to Configure Final Cut or Premiere to Use SSDs, Instead of Hard Disks

TRT: 7:19 — MPEG-4 HD movie

SESSION DESCRIPTION

This session focuses on significantly improving the performance of our computer systems by integrating SSD storage without spending a lot of money. Plus, Larry provides an in-depth demo using AI to improve still and video image quality.

This was a fun session to end the year as there were lots of interesting questions to discuss. Join host, Larry Jordan, as he:

• Takes an in-depth look at improving system performance using SSD storage
• Explains how to integrate SSD storage in both Final Cut Pro and Premiere Pro
• Explains the differences between Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4
• Provides criteria for choosing a monitor for editing stills or video
• Illustrates why Safe Zones still matter for online video, digital ads and vertical media
• Explains the best way to export video at the highest quality
• Demos “Smart Collections” in Final Cut Pro
• Demos “Metadata View” in Final Cut Pro
• Explain why you should avoid surround sound mixing on Final Cut Pro
• Explains how to import still images and old video into a computer
• Shows how to use Topaz Photo AI to improve the image quality of still images
• Shows how to use Topaz Video AI to improve the image quality of old (SD) video

There’s always something new to learn at an “Ask Larry” session.

AUDIENCE LEVEL

The SSD and Thunderbolt performance discussion applies to all video editors – new or experienced. Other subjects range from beginning to advanced. If a particular subject doesn’t interest you, just wait a minute and it will change.