There are a few different ways to export your video from Final Cut X to be uploaded on Vimeo.
- Sending your file to Compressor
- Sharing as a master file to your computer
- Sharing/uploading directly to Vimeo using the Mac OS App
For the most fine-grained control over your video's export settings, we recommend using method 1 to send the file to Compressor first, then adjust the compression settings there. (Compressor can be purchased from the Mac App Store here). Compressor gives much more control over your video’s export settings than FCP X alone.
Sending to Compressor
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CONS |
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You’ll have more fine-tuned control over your compression settings |
There are more steps involved. |
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You’ll need to purchase Compressor |
1) Select your final sequence in Final Cut.
2) Go to File > Send to Compressor.
3) If you're using the latest version of Compressor (4.4.4), read this tutorial for further instructions. If you're using an older version, like Compressor 4.1.1, read this tutorial.
Sharing as a master file to your computer
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A simple way to export videos (good if you have limited knowledge of compression) |
You’ll have less fine-tuned control over your compression settings |
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You can view your final file before uploading |
1) Go to File > Share > Add Destination...
2) In the Destinations menu, select Add Destination, then double-click "Export File." Make sure to apply the following settings:
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Format |
Video and Audio |
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Video codec |
H.264 |
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Include chapter markers |
Unchecked |
3) If desired, you can name this Destination by double-clicking on it in the sidebar and typing in the new name (for example: "Vimeo Export").
4) Leave the Destinations menu. Highlight your final sequence.
5) Go to File > Share > Export File... (or select the name you gave your Destination).
6) In the new window that appears, click on “Next” to begin the export process. (Note: From this box, you can also adjust some fields, however this is not necessary)
Info Tab (OPTIONAL: Adjust your video title, description, and tags--- However, those will not apply to your video on Vimeo)
Settings Tab (keep as is):
Roles Tab (keep as is):
7) The export will begin. You can track its progress in FCP X by visiting Window > Background Tasks from the top navigation bar.
8) View your finished, compressed file to make sure it looks and sounds correct — then upload it to Vimeo! Questions about uploading?
Sharing/uploading directly to Vimeo using the Mac OS App (macOS 10.12 Sierra or higher is required)
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You can upload a file to Vimeo from Final Cut in one step, without ever having to open a browser. |
You won’t be able to see this file before it’s uploaded to Vimeo. |
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You can set the exact title, description, tags, and video privacy setting to be used on Vimeo. |
Using the Mac OS app, you can seamlessly compress and upload videos to Vimeo in one simple step. To get started, you’ll need to install the Vimeo app from the Mac OS App Store here.
From there, please follow the instructions in this article to set up your integration with Final Cut. Once you’ve connected the Mac OS app on your system to Final Cut, you can then upload directly to Vimeo using the advanced sharing destination.
Please note that Apple also includes built-in integration with Vimeo, as shown here under new destinations:
This integration can also be used to upload directly to Vimeo from Final Cut without using the Vimeo Mac OS app, however Vimeo’s support team will be unable to assist with any issues that arise.