How to Import Video Clips Into iMovie
Importing video clips into iMovie is a rather simple process, as the clips can be obtained from a USB, camera, DVD, or even a CD. With each update from Apple, iMovie is constantly turning into an even more user friendly software. Creating, importing, and exporting movies is as simple as a dragging and clicking a button.
How to Import Video Clips Into iMovie
- If importing from a camera with a videotape you will need to use a firewire cable, and hook it into the computer's firewire port.
- If importing from a camera that records to a DVD, hard disc, or memory card you will connect a USB cable to both your computer and camera.
- Digital cameras that simply record video will require a USB cable.
Importing From a Camera That Records DVD
After the cable is located, plug the wider, flat end of the cable into the computer. Use the smaller thicker connector to plug into your camera.
- Turn the camera and PC on. Consult the camera's instructions on how to put the camera in playback mode.
- Choose the large or full HD setting when the dialog pops up.
- If the import window fails to popup click File > Import From Camera. Choose which clips to import.
- Click OK, and choose where you wish to save the file.
- If importing an HD video you may choose the size by clicking optimize video.
- Click OK and allow the video to import. This may take several minutes to an hour depending on the size, quality of the clips, and the computer.
Importing From a Camera That Records to a Tape
- Plug the firmware cable into your computer and camera.
- Turn the camcorder to either VCR or VTR mode depending on the camera device.
- Select an HD import setting, and select OK.
- Choose File > Import.
- Set the next setting to automatic to allow the camera to automatically rewind the tape.
- Save the file or files to the desired location, and click optimize.
- Once it is done optimizing, click OK, and allow it to import the files. Importing the files may take up to an hour depending on the device.