Creating YouTube Chapter Markers in FCP X

In this video, Steve demonstrates a great little app called Creator’s Best Friend that converts Final Cut Pro chapters to YouTube chapters.

Check out our Final Cut Pro X tutorials.

Where to find Creator’s Best Friend.

Topics Covered:

Setting up Chapter Markers Correctly in FCP X
Converting Chapters to Timestamps with Creator’s Best Friend
Adding Chapter Timestamps to YouTube Videos
Reviewing the Chapters on YouTube

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Steve Martin2025-05-31T19:29:47-07:00

About the Author: Steve Martin

Steve Martin is the creative force behind Ripple Training and has been using and teaching Final Cut Pro since 1999. Since Final Cut Pro's introduction, he has introduced thousands of people to Final Cut Pro through his classes, workshops and training products. He has consulted and/or trained for Apple, Adobe, Disney, Canon, Walmart and other companies. He is also a writer, producer and avid photographer.
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Creating YouTube Chapter Markers in FCP X