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FCP X: Restore Library From Backups [u]

A detailed description of what Library Backups are in Final Cut Pro X, where they are stored and how to use them.

Partition a RAID for Speed

A discussion of partitioning a RAID to improve its speed for video editing.

FCP 7: Move Projects to Premiere Pro

A step-by-step tutorial showing how to move Final Cut Pro 7 sequences into Adobe Premiere Pro CS6, CC, or later.

FCP 7: Move Projects to Final Cut Pro X [Video]

in this short video tutorial, learn how to move projects from Final Cut Pro 7 (FCP 7) to Final Cut Pro X (FCP X) by using XML.

FCP X: SliceX and TrackX [Video]

A video tutorial on the amazing SliceX and TrackX, published by Coremelt.

FCP X: Producer’s Best Friend [Video]

A short video tutorial on how to use Producer’s Best Friend from Intelligent Assistance in Final Cut Pro X.

Why Should Final Cut Pro 7 Editors Consider Final Cut Pro X?

A detailed comparison between Final Cut Pro 7 and Final Cut Pro X.

FCP X 10.1: Create Freeze Frames

A detailed tutorial on how to create Hold frames and freeze frames during video editing in Final Cut Pro X 10.1.x.

Photoshop: Retouch Video [Video]

A short video tutorial, hosted by Larry Jordan, showing how to retouch video frames using Photoshop CC.

Photoshop: Open and Edit Video [Video]

A short video training illustrating how to open, adjust, and export video from Adobe Photoshop CC.

Product Review: G-Technology G-SPEED Studio RAID

An in-depth review of the G-SPEED STUDIO RAID, from G-Technology.

FCP X: Library Properties [Video]

A short video tutorial explaining what the new Library Properties panel does in Final Cut Pro X and how it works.

Use Finder Tags in Final Cut Pro X

An explanation of what Finder tags are, how to create and modify them, then illustrate how to use them in Final Cut Pro X (v. 10.1.2 or later).

Improve RAID Speed with Partitions

How to improve the speed of a RAID using partitions. Simple, easy, and effective.

Why Should Final Cut Pro 7 Editors Consider Adobe Premiere Pro CC?

A detailed comparison between Final Cut Pro 7 and Adobe Premiere Pro CC.

What’s the Best Way to Configure a RAID?

Comments from industry experts and manufacturers on the best way to configure a RAID for media editing.

FCP X: Display Log C Files as Rec. 709.

A discussion and step-by-step example of what Log C files are and how to change their look, quickly and easily, to Rec. 709 in Final Cut Pro X.

Adobe Media Encoder: Watch Folders

A step-by-step tutorial on creating Watch Folders and modifying its settings.

Product Review: OWC ThunderBay 4 (SSD vs. Disk)

An in-depth look at how to achieve the best performance when setting up a RAID for video or audio editing.

Compressor 4.1.2: Device Compatibility

A quick tutorial on how to check if your Apple Compressor settings are compatible with Apple hardware devices.