mov files firstly and then take the MOV files to Final Cut Pro X for editing purpose.
Accordingly, the train of thought is clear, that is, you'll have to convert the MKV videos to Apple ProRes.
So in advance, you should have a rough idea of which format can be edited smoothly by Final Cut Pro X before anything you do amounts to nothing.Īs far as I am aware, ProRes is the editable codec designed by Apple mainly for editing in Final Cut Pro (X) application, and it is usually contained within the QuickTime 'mov' container file. I am sure you will freak out when being faced with such scenariOS as 'it is frustrating that I can't edit my HD MKV video recordings on Final Cut Pro X', 'What on earth is the best editing codec for FCPX' or 'I lost my patience when I try to import 1080p MKV footage into Final Cut Pro X for editing but in vain'. How to convert MKV to Apple ProRes for editing in FCPX
