Final Cut: Exporting and Delivering Your Edited Video

In this post, we'll walk you through the process of exporting and delivering your video, and provide some tips to help you get it right.

Why Exporting is Important

Exporting is the final step in the video editing process. It's where you take your edited video and prepare it for sharing with others. Exporting involves converting your video into a format that can be played on different devices, such as computers, smartphones, and TVs.

How to Export Your Video

Exporting your video is a straightforward process. Here are the steps to follow:

1. Choose your export settings: Your video editing software will have a range of export settings to choose from. These settings will determine the quality and format of your exported video.

2. Select your export format: You'll need to choose a format for your exported video. Common formats include MP4, AVI, and MOV.

3. Set your resolution and frame rate: The resolution and frame rate of your exported video will determine its quality and file size.

4. Add any final touches: Before you export your video, you may want to add any final touches, such as captions, subtitles, or a watermark.

Exporting for Different Platforms

Different platforms have different requirements for video export:

Here are some tips for exporting your video for different platforms:

• YouTube: YouTube recommends exporting your video in MP4 format, with a resolution of 1080p or higher, and a frame rate of 24fps or higher.

•Facebook: Facebook recommends exporting your video in MP4 format, with a resolution of 720p or higher, and a frame rate of 24fps or higher.

• Instagram: Instagram recommends exporting your video in MP4 format, with a resolution of 1080p or higher, and a frame rate of 24fps or higher.

Delivering Your Video

Once you've exported your video, it's time to deliver it to your audience. Here are some ways to deliver your video:

• Upload to video sharing sites: You can upload your video to video sharing sites like YouTube, Vimeo, and Facebook.

Share on social media: You can share your video on social media platforms like Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

• Embed on your website: You can embed your video on your website using a video player like Vimeo or YouTube.

Burn to DVD or USB: You can burn your video to a DVD or USB drive and share it with others.

By following the tips outlined in this post, you can ensure that your video is exported and delivered in the right format, with the right settings, and to the right audience.