How to move a final cut Pro library to external drive

Final Cut Pro: Moving a library to external drive

A fun tutorial for all the Final Cut Pro users out there.

Did you know all the files, processes, and work that you do on a Final Cu Pro project is usually saved in Its Libraries?

These Libraries can store multiple work sessions under a single codename so you can have easy access to them, anywhere, anytime.

But, what happens when you run out of memory whilst staying midway on a project?

Well, in such cases you can move a whole Files Cut Pro library to any external drive. And, here how to do so…

Things you should know

Before you start moving your library there ate a few things that you should take care of.

Firstly, all the previous data must be saved on the library manually.

Secondly, whilst moving Libraries from one Mac to Pc/ Mac the files may get corrupted. Thus,s to prevent that one needs to consolidate the media and other contents to a specific Library.

This makes the file fine identifiable and eventually saves you space.

Thirdly, whenever you move a Libray from one Mac to another some basic plug-ins get lost in the process. Now, you have to make sure that the other Mac has all the latest plug-ins needed to extract resources from the Library.

To do such you just have to keep your Final Cut Pro app updated from time to time. Each update brings some special plug-ins that help in reading foreign Library files.

And Lastly, Make sure your external hard drive works properly. A faulty drive is the last thing you will want in this procedure.