Pre-Flight Checklist inside Premiere Pro
Before exporting your project from Premiere Pro, spend two minutes cleaning up non-interchangeable proprietary Adobe elements:
- After Effects Dynamic Link Comps: Right-click dynamic link clips and choose Render and Replace using Apple ProRes 422 or GoPro CineForm. XML format cannot read Adobe .aep project binaries.
- Adjustment Layers: If you used Premiere Lumetri on adjustment layers, note the LUT names; you will re-attach them directly in FilmCraft's Color panel.
- MOGRT Titles: Flatten complex motion graphics templates or export them as transparent ProRes 4444 clips.
1 Export Final Cut Pro XML from Premiere Pro
In Adobe Premiere Pro, select your sequence in the Project panel. Go to File > Export > Final Cut Pro XML.... Choose your destination folder (ideally next to your raw media files) and save the .xml file.
2 Import XML into FilmCraft
Launch FilmCraft. Create a new project or open an existing one. Navigate to File > Import > XML / EDL... (Ctrl+Shift+I). Select your exported XML file.
FilmCraft will automatically parse track structures, match timecodes, and link your media clips into a new sequence.
XML Transfer Compatibility Matrix
| Timeline Element | Transfer Status | What to Expect |
|---|---|---|
| Cuts, In/Out & Track Layers | 100% Clean | Exact frame-accurate placement across all video & audio tracks. |
| Cross Dissolves & Dip to Black | 100% Clean | Standard video transitions map directly to FilmCraft native dissolves. |
| Audio Levels & Pan Keyframes | 100% Clean | Volume fader dB values and stereo pans are preserved. |
| Constant Speed Changes | 95% Clean | Constant slow-mo / fast-forward speed percentages transfer accurately. |
| Third-Party VST / OFX Plugins | Manual Re-apply | Commercial plugin IDs vary; re-apply filters in FilmCraft Effects rack. |
| After Effects Dynamic Link | Requires Pre-Render | Must render to ProRes/DNxHR in Premiere prior to export. |