how do i install my LUTS package directly into FCPX

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how do i install my LUTS package directly into FCPX

I'm Trying to install my LUTS directly into FCPX. I did it with a prior LUT pack and once installed I was able to preview what the LUT would look like if applied. The new LUT pack I have was installed differently than the previous one. The new LUTS don't show up in my Effects window on the side and so I have to actually apply each LUT in order to see what it looks like. The method I want to use began by going to my "Applications" folder, right clicking on the FCPX icon and selecting "show package contents." After that I'm lost. Does anyone know where I'm supposed to go after that?

iPhone 15 Pro Max

Posted on Oct 24, 2024 11:51 AM

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Answer 1

fox_m

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Oct 24, 2024 2:14 PM in response to BenjaminVolpe

You should never install *anything* inside the FCP app package. Even if you're successful and don't break the app, any time you upgrade to a new version/subversion... you lose everything you installed.

LUTs go into:

Macintosh HD / Users / Home Folder / Library / Pro Apps / Camera LUTs (or Custom LUTs... depending... but don't ask me — somebody else will have to fill you in on what Custom LUTs is used for — I don't use them for anything... I have my own way of dealing with raw and log files — faster, easier and it doesn't matter what camera.)

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Answer 2

Oct 25, 2024 8:32 AM in response to BenjaminVolpe

I don't think you can install purchased LUTs directly on FCP.

Save the purchased LUT in any location →Apply custom LUT →Specify the storage location →You can see the effect after applying the LUT displayed in the list

If you see the effect before applying the LUT, I think it's the camera LUT.

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