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How to Import Video to iMovie

By Gretchen Siegchrist Gretchen Siegchrist Writer New York University Suffolk University Gretchen Siegchrist is a professional videographer who enjoys helping amateurs master the basics of desktop video. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on June 29, 2022 Tweet Share Email Anchiy/Getty Images Tweet Share Email Design Animation & Video 3D Design Graphic Design

What to Know

From computer: Select movie files. Use iMovie Events to organize or Optimize Video to compress HD video.Record to iMovie: Connect camera/webcam > select File > Import from Camera > record into iMovie.From camera: Connect camera to computer > set to VCR mode > select Import From Camera > choose camera. This article explains how to import video files into iMovie.
Full-size is the original import format setting of your footage, or you can have iMovie recompress your footage to 960x540. Apple recommends recompression for much smaller file sizes and smoother playback (at a lower resolution). 01 of 03

Import Video to iMovie From Your Computer

You have several choices when you import video to iMovie directly from your computer. First, you can choose which hard drive to save it to if you more than one attached to your computer.​ iMovie Events: Help you organize the footage that you import. You can choose to save your imported files to an existing Event or create a new Event.Optimize Video: Which is available for HD footage, compresses files for faster playback and easier storage. Lastly, you can select to move or copy the files you're importing to iMovie. 02 of 03

Record Video to iMovie With Your Webcam

Record from Webcam makes it simple to import video to iMovie directly from your webcam. Access it through the camera icon in the center left of the screen or through ​File>Import from Camera. Before import, you need to decide where to save the new file, and which event to file it in. Also, you can have iMovie analyze your new video clip for recognizable faces, and stabilize it to remove any camera shakiness. 03 of 03

Import Video to iMovie From Your Video Camera

If you have video footage on a tape or camcorder hard drive, you can easily import it into iMovie. Connect your video camera to your computer, and turn it on in the VCR mode. Select Import From Camera, and then select your camera from the drop-down menu in the window that opens. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Create an iMovie Project How to Import ICS Calendar Files How to Add Text to a Movie in iMovie 10 How to Import Video Clips Into Windows Movie Maker How to Begin Editing GoPro Videos on Mac How to Install and Connect a Webcam to Your PC How to Import Photos from GoPro to Mac How to Import Bookmarks to Google Chrome What to Know Before Buying a Video Capture Device How to Make a GIF in Photoshop 9 Things to Consider Before Buying a Dash Cam How to Splice and Edit Video on the iPad How to Make Your Own Videos for YouTube The 8 Best Video Editing Software for Macs in 2022 Start Editing an iMovie Project Create an iMovie Magic Movie with Titles & Transitions Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies