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User profile for user: Will134
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My playback is laggy

I have been using Final Cut Pro X forever and never had this problem. I have imported files from a GoPro and a Sony Alpha. I can scrub over the video and see it with no problems in the timeline. I can play the footage in the import window before it enters the timeline. However, as soon as I click play on the timeline it starts to lag. and the playback becomes no longer smooth. I have turned off background render but the problem is still happening. Can anyone help?

MacBook Pro 15″, macOS 12.5

Posted on Feb 8, 2023 10:43 AM

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User profile for user: ManJor
ManJor
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Feb 10, 2023 11:59 AM in response to Will134

Hi Will134,


There are a few steps you can take in order to troubleshooting Final Cut Pro.


  1. Restart your Mac, restarting can help reset Final cut related system process.
  2. Disconnect any external devices
  3. Check for any updates for Final Cut Pro in the App Store


These steps are included in the article that you came to us from, which would be the best possible steps to help resolve this behavior: Resolve an issue in Final Cut Pro - Apple Support.


If the same behavior occurs, reach out to Apple directly for additional troubleshooting assistance using: Official Apple Support


Have a good one!


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