Exporting video
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Click Export in the top right of the editor. Choose a format, a size and a shape. The sheet shows an estimated file size before you start.
Formats
| Format | Use it for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| MP4 | General use | H.264. Plays in browsers, in Slack, on Windows and in email |
| HEVC | Smaller files at the same quality | H.265. Not supported by some older software |
| ProRes | Editing in another application | Very large files. Not intended for sharing |
| GIF | READMEs and issue trackers | Silent and looping. Limited to 900 px and 15 fps to keep the file size reasonable |
Size and shape
| Option | Choices |
|---|---|
| Quality | 720p, 1080p, 1440p or 4K |
| Shape | Source, 16:9, 4:3, 1:1 or 9:16 |
| Estimated size | Updates as you change the other settings |
What the free version exports
MP4 up to 1080p at 30 fps, with the corner badge. HEVC, ProRes, GIF, 4K and 60 fps require a Pro licence, which also removes the badge. The check happens when the file is written, so a project saved with ProRes settings while you had a licence will not export as ProRes after it expires.
Sharing the original recording
Choose Reveal in Finder from the preview card or the recordings list to open the project folder. The video files inside are standard QuickTime movies and open in any player.
The export looks different from the preview.
It should not. The preview and the export use the same rendering process, and only the resolution differs. If you see a difference, please report it.
Can I export only part of the timeline?
Trim the start and end to the part you want, then export. Because cuts are not permanent, you can restore the rest afterwards.
Why is my ProRes file so large?
ProRes is an editing format that keeps almost all of the original quality. Use MP4 if you are sending the video to someone rather than importing it into another editor.