Compressor.mp4

Introduction

Welcome to this tutorial! We'll be working in Compressor, but first, let's start in Final Cut Pro to show how to get to Compressor. Here, I have some footage from a car commercial I shot. We’ll set an endpoint and an out point as if this was our final project and we wanted to convert it to a different format.

Setting In and Out Points:

Set an endpoint and out point.
Go to File > Export > Using Compressor.

By doing this, Final Cut Pro will pull the footage into Compressor.

Compressor Overview:

Preview: You don't need to worry too much about this unless you are exporting multiple formats simultaneously.
Inspector: Displays details about the sequence like length and other specifics.
Destinations:
- Apple Destinations: Saves back to the source location, desktop, custom folders, servers, or local hard drives.

Process of Exporting in Compressor:

Selecting Destination:
- Drag the desired destination from your custom list or default list.
- If you need to delete an unwanted destination, click the minus sign next to it.
- Add new destinations by clicking the plus sign and selecting the desired path.
Settings:
- Go to the Settings tab to choose the export type.
- For instance, if sending a file to Jeremy at Murray State, drag the relevant MPEG setting.
- Rename the output for clarity (e.g., car_commercial_jeremy.mpeg).
Types of Outputs:
- Apple Devices: Export for Apple TV, iPhone, etc.
- DVD Options: Options for different encode speeds and quality lengths (e.g., Best Quality 120 minutes, Fastest Encode 90 minutes).
Example:
- Export to Desktop:
  - Drag settings for MPEG export to the desktop.
  - Name the file appropriately.
- Export for DVD:
  - Choose Fastest Encode 90 minutes for shorter projects.
  - Split audio and video tracks if needed.
  - Name both tracks clearly.
  - Click Submit when done.

Keywords

Final Cut Pro
Compressor
Export
Endpoint
Out point
Settings
MPEG
DVD
Apple Devices
Submit

FAQ

Q: How do I set an endpoint and out point in Final Cut Pro? A: Simply move the playhead to your desired start and end points and set them accordingly before exporting.

Q: Where can I find the Inspector in Compressor? A: The Inspector is available on the right side of the Compressor interface and displays all the details about your sequence.

Q: How do I delete a destination in Compressor? A: Click the minus sign (-) next to the destination you want to remove.

Q: What if I need to export multiple formats at once? A: You can drag different settings onto your sequence and set each one with its destination and output type before submitting all at once.

Q: What settings should I use for exporting to a DVD? A: For shorter projects, use Fastest Encode 90 minutes. For longer projects, adjust according to length, such as Best Quality 120 minutes.

Q: How do I handle splitting audio and video tracks? A: Drag both the audio and video settings to your destination. Compressor will automatically split them into separate tracks.