A step-by-step tutorial showing how to move Final Cut Pro 7 sequences into Adobe Premiere Pro CS6, CC, or later.
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.
A detailed comparison between Final Cut Pro 7 and Final Cut Pro X.
A detailed comparison between Final Cut Pro 7 and Adobe Premiere Pro CC.
This short video tutorial illustrates which fonts are best for video and which ones should be avoided. These “rules” apply to all video projects in all NLEs, on both Mac and Windows systems.
Examples and guidelines for using fonts and typefaces effectively in film and video projects. Applies to all non-linear editing software.
An overview of media management for audio or video editing, on either Final Cut or Premiere Pro, for either Mac or Windows.
A detailed explanation of how to use the video scopes to make skin tones look normal for a variety of ethnic skin types. These techniques apply to Final Cut Pro X, Final Cut Pro 7, Premiere Pro CC and CS6, as well as other video editing software.
A simple step-by-step technique to correct problems with merged clips in Final Cut Pro 7 due to inaccurate frame rates, aspect ratios, or image size.
Use this “Three Codec” method to shoot and edit video to improve speed and image quality.
A short video tutorial defining the differences in video gray-scale levels.
A step-by-step tutorial on converting time-lapse images into a movie using QuickTime Player 7.
MotionVFX mFlare creates a dazzling array of lens flare effects, which can be used as is, or modified extensively.
A series of Macintosh trouble-shooting procedures for the video editor> Safe Boot, Create New User, and Trash Preferences.
A step-by-step tutorial on converting frame sizes and frame rates from HD to SD video using Compressor.
A quick tour through the Blend modes in Final Cut Pro X, with examples of the most popular options.
This is a compilation of articles detailing how to create multicam edits in Final Cut Pro X, Final Cut Pro 7 or Adobe Premiere. This includes both detailed tutorials and quick checklists.
A short step-by-step cookbook to creating a chroma-key in Final Cut Pro 7.
This is a short, step-by-step cookbook to creating a multicam clip in Final Cut Pro 7.
This article show why images displayed in Final Cut Pro 7’s Viewer look better than those in the Canvas.
In this article, Larry Jordan explains why image quality suffers when you scale video, or stills, larger than 100%.
This technique shows how to export a clip with transparency (an alpha channel) in FCP 7 or FCP X.
Whether you are using multicam in Final Cut Pro X or Final Cut Pro X, keep this key point in mind: You can not mix audio tracks using multicam editing, and you can switch between tracks, but not mix between tracks.
A step-by-step tutorial on how to create a chroma-key (green-screen key) in Final Cut Pro 7.
General Errors in Final Cut Pro 7 (and earlier) are often caused by either bad clips or bad render files. This article explains how to fix them.
In this article, I want to talk about what happens when you make a color or exposure adjustment to a clip; and illustrate this with screen shots.
Audio slowly drifting out of sync is often caused by mismatched sample rates, or trying to edit MP3 audio. This explains how to convert MP3 to AIF.
Although Adobe Audition and Premiere Pro are designed to work smoothly together, that doesn’t mean you are limited to only using Premiere Pro with Audition. In fact, there is a very nice, very fast way to move projects between Final Cut Pro 7 and Audition, which I want to show you here.
Always check to see if Final Cut supports your camera before you buy it.
Is it possible to permanently link video and audio clips together? Larry teaches you how to create a Merged clip.
Are you getting the “render error: insufficient disk space” message? You just need to create more free space on your hard disk by deleting files you don’t need.
The easiest way to control editing audio or video to the Timeline is with the patch panel. However you can also use the Button List to search for shortcuts.
Stuttering, frozen display is one of the hallmarks of non-native video. FCP can edit it, but can’t play it smoothly.
Is it possible to carry custom Final Cut Pro keyboard shortcuts in a pen drive and install it on another machine? Here’s a technique to help you.
Which version of ProRes should you select in Log and Transfer for a Canon 7D? Which is better for the Canon 7D format?
A reader wanted to know how to display video on the monitor using an AJA card. So he contacted AJA, who responded with this.
These two options are designed to solve problems when the clip, or image, you are editing into the Timeline does not match the sequence size.
I’ve become increasingly concerned as I talk with producers, editors, and vendors that we are rapidly moving into a tapeless environment without any realistically priced options for long-term media archiving.
Larry answers some questions regarding the different codecs that Final Cut Express captures vs. Final Cut Pro, as well as fielding a question on audio waveforms.
Action Safe and Title Safe boundaries were invented decades ago to solve two problems with televisions that had picture tubes. This technique explains what they are and how to display them.
Valentine’s Day is coming up, so I thought I would use it as the example for one of my favorite effects – putting video inside a shape. This effect is also called a “traveling matte.”
Welcome to the latest edition of my monthly Final Cut Studio newsletter for December, 2011. This newsletter provides tutorials, tips and other information essential to the interested user of Final Cut Pro.
In FCP 7 and all earlier versions, this technique shows you how to move the playhead, a clip or group of clips, or an edit point using the keyboard.
In FCP 7 and all earlier versions, this technique shows you how to use the Track Selection tools as a fast way to select multiple clips in one or more tracks.
Common Final Cut Pro X trouble-shooting and performance tips, including how to trash Final Cut Pro (FCP) X preference files.
By default, the audio output of Final Cut Pro is stereo. You can get it to output split tracks, but you’ll need to do the mix in Soundtrack Pro or ProTools. This tutorial explains how.
In the Log & Transfer window of FCP 7, how do I empty the Log & Transfer window?
GenArts, long recognized as a leader in high-end visual effects, announced a new version of its Sapphire product line at the London SuperMeet in late June.
Here’s a quick way to hide, or reveal, audio track names on the FCP 7 Timeline.
Using multiple drives for media is an EXCELLENT technique. Final Cut fully supports it.
