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Is it possible to export and edit simultaneously?
I edit from home sometimes and sometimes the director/client wants me to keep them updated with my progress. I was wondering if I can continue editing while FCP7 is exporting the file in the background.
Thanks
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You can use the Send to Compressor command to send a timeline to Compressor for exporting and that will allow you to continue editing in FCP.
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I used to use it somewhat frequently and while it did crash a few times my experience overall was good. And since the OP already has it why not give it a go?
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is send to compressor still an export option?
the newer “Share” function can do more and from memory has a better interface. -
In order to loose the least amount of time, what I usually do is to export a reference movie (not self-contained), which doesn’t take as long, and then convert it using compressor while I keep editing. I found it to be the fastest way to keep working while still delivering to the client. The compressor stage is to make the file self-contained so that it would open on any other computer, regardless it has the raw footage you have on the timeline.
Hope it’s usefull!!
Regards!
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There’s FCP X, that does it natively in the app, or FCP 7 that does it via share, send to compressor, and I think batch export.
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Was just going to say that! X does this and does it well. Hate it if you like, but until you really use it for a few important edits and fully embrace it, you just don’t understand how well it really works.
Hey, I’m still using Legacy, Pr, Avid a little bit…but I really like using FCP X and have used it more and more. Especially with all the plugins available and using Motion to create transitions, effects, and titles that are published into X to use over and over again.
It’s really about choice, and I’m glad we have many. But you may find that it’s at least worth a good try with it.
Tony Brittan
Island Shore Productions
Posted from iPad, please excuse typos!Tony Brittan
Island Shore Productions
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Meant to say I use legacy more than any other…and Pr and Avid a little bit.
Tony Brittan
Island Shore Productions
Kill Devil Hills, NC
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