The Focal Easy Guide to Final Cut Pro X

by Rick Young

The author has provided a PDF/video update for the 10.0.6 and 10.0.7 software changes. Those files can be accessed via the book's companion website, access to which is included when you purchase the book. Step into the 21st century with Rick Young’s Easy Guide to Final Cut Pro X and learn the essential editing techniques you need to know to master this software. In this step-by-step guide, Rick Young clearly explains key concepts and ways to achieve results quickly, regardless of the level you work at. Essentials such as system setup, editing, audio, effects, and importing media are thoroughly covered to get you up and running in a matter of hours. Packed with tutorials and real-world examples, the Focal Easy Guide to Final Cut Pro X will take you through the ins-and-outs of the software and have you editing and outputting your digital movies in no time. This book features:

240 pages, Paperback

First published August 26, 2012

Reviews

[Linda]

Excellent how-to book, great illustrations and instructions

[Aaron Slack]

Superb.

[Richard Wolff]

Straightforward, simply explained, and well organized. Tons of graphics to lead you through each step of every processes it covers. Other guides get into more complicated and nuanced techniques - this one focus on what you really want - so you don't get distracted by minute details. Online resources give you access to media files to use for practice. It might have included a tale of keyboard shortcuts, putting all in one place what the author covers throughout chapters - that would have been a very helpful resource. Occasionally repetitive. One additional element I liked is that the author here and shares practical advice gained from his years of experience - so he doesn't just present options but tells you why he suggests you take a particular voice over another. If you're looking for a basic introduction to the software - one that will help you get acclimated and come back to even as you grow in proficiency - this is the guide for you! A very good guide!