User Tip How to create a video-DVD? (Macs without iDVD)
How to create a video-DVD? (Macs without iDVD)Newer Macs come without a pre-installed version of iDVD, Apple’s consumer DVD-authoring application, which isn’t available in the AppStore, just in boxed versions of iLife; tools like iMovie still refer to...view more
User Tip Important considerations before updating to El Capitan
Important considerations before updating to El CapitanNumerous posts have reported problems when running iMovie versions earlier than 10.1.1 under El Capitan (OS 10.11.x). The problems mainly centre on still photos not displaying but other symptoms affecting video ...view more
User Tip I don't have iDVD on my new Mac - how do I get it?
I don't have iDVD on my new Mac - how do I get it?Why is there no iDVD on my new Mac? How do I get it, and how do I install it? Why is there no iDVD on my new Mac? How do I get it, and how do I install it? Apple assumes that the entire world has access ...view more
User Tip How to create a pointer or a custom title
How to create a pointer or a custom titleFirst of all: This is no documented 'feature' of iMovie, it is a workaround! For instance, you will probably notice some stutter or no playback at all of the inserted graphic in iMovie; in the exported movie, your gra...view more
"Movie Magic" with Stills and Dissolve "Movie Magic" with Stills and Dissolve iMovie offers few tools to add a bit of ‚drama‘ to stills/photos, such as the widely known Ken Burns effect. But you can do even more, by ‚p...view more
User Tip How can I import a homemade DVD into iMovie for editing?
How can I import a homemade DVD into iMovie for editing?Get MPEG Streamclip, which is free. You will also need the Apple QuickTime MPEG2 Playback Component for $20. Follow the instructions on the MPEG Streamclip website for installing the Apple QuickTime MP...view more
User Tip How do I trash the iMovie Preferences File? and Why?
How do I trash the iMovie Preferences File? and Why?If you are having problems with iMovie, then at some point, someone may suggest that you trash the preferences file. There are several things that can go wrong in iMovie. Your OSX may not be installed correct...view more
User Tip How do I reformat an external drive for use in iMovie?
How do I reformat an external drive for use in iMovie?Most drives that you buy in a store will come pre-formatted for use in Windows computers. This format is called FAT32. Fortunately, it will also work on a Mac for most purposes. However, iMovie requires that the drive...view more
User Tip YouTube says I have violated copyright by using Apple's music?
YouTube says I have violated copyright by using Apple's music?You are licensed by Apple to use the music, jingles, and sound effects included with iMovie in your videos on a royalty free basis. You can use the audio content for personal or commercial use. (For details, se...view more