melfverson

Q: How do I access my Original Media from the Library?

When I import media, I do it directly to FCPX and store it in a library on an external drive.

I can access the original files only if I go to "Show package content" in finder.


If I want to import media to any other application - I´m using Motion 5 - and want to access it, it can´t be seen.

 

Do I need to store it on a drive before I import it to FCPX - is that common practice - or how do I access the original files?


Thanks.

Mac Pro, OS X Mavericks (10.9.5)

Posted on May 14, 2015 1:08 PM

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  • by Jasper Thayer,Solvedanswer

    Jasper Thayer Jasper Thayer May 14, 2015 1:52 PM in response to melfverson
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    May 14, 2015 1:52 PM in response to melfverson

    If you want duplicate media on your computer and/or you want to modify a duplicate while retaining integrity of the original then store it on a drive before import as you described. If you simply want to use the media for a project like Motion where you're not altering the original file then "show package content" in Finder and drag the content from the Finder to Motion to import.

     

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  • by Tom Wolsky,

    Tom Wolsky Tom Wolsky May 14, 2015 1:58 PM in response to melfverson
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    May 14, 2015 1:58 PM in response to melfverson

    IN library properties select an external folder to hold your media, not the library itself. In most circumstances, especially when you need to use your media in other applications, it's always better to use external media rather than managed media. Do not use external applications, especially Adobe applications, on media that's stored inside an FCP library bundle.

  • by melfverson,

    melfverson melfverson May 14, 2015 2:03 PM in response to Tom Wolsky
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    May 14, 2015 2:03 PM in response to Tom Wolsky

    Thanks, now I know!