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Digital video editing is divided into three phases:

  • 1. Getting your material into the computer
  • 2. Editing it (which is the fun part!)
  • 3. Getting it back out of your computer

This lesson is about setting up your computer so it’s ready for number 1. Before you capture your material, you must set up your application correctly. In Final Cut Express 4, as in most video editing programs, that means setting up your preferences and selecting the correct choices for your material.

After setting your preferences, we’ll proceed to capturing your media. These fundamentals are absolutely necessary for FCE to function properly. Set it up right, ...

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