what is final cut pro

Final Cut Pro is a professional non-linear video-editing application initially developed by Macromedia and later by Apple as part of its pro apps collection. It allows users to import, edit, and process video footage, and output it to a wide variety of formats. Final Cut Pro provides non-linear, non-destructive editing of any QuickTime-compatible video format, including DV, HDV, P2 MXF (DVCProHD), XDCAM, 2K, 4K, 5K, and 8K film formats. It also supports a number of simultaneously composited video tracks, unlimited audio tracks, and multi-camera editing for combining video from multiple camera sources. The functionality of Final Cut Pro can be extended with plug-ins, which may provide additional effects, titles, transitions, and more. It also features advanced tools for color correction, motion graphics, and 360° video editing. Final Cut Pro is known for its performance and efficiency on Mac computers with Apple silicon, allowing creators to work with larger frame sizes, higher frame rates, and more effects at incredible speeds. It is widely used by video hobbyists, independent filmmakers, and professionals in the film and television industry.