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Create captivating map animations with FCPX Maps 2.0, the essential Final Cut Pro plugin for dynamic travel stories. Effortlessly generate detailed maps from point A to B, customize paths with stylish markers, and bring your routes to life with your own custom media. With a revamped interface and blazing-fast performance on Apple silicon, FCPX Maps 2.0 offers unparalleled control and creativity to transform your videos into visual journeys. Elevate your storytelling today with this powerful upgrade!
Note: Please refer to the Installation tab before using for instructions on how to connect your Mapbox account’s default public token.
FCPX Maps uses Mapbox.com for map generation, requiring a free account (you will need to add billing information). Setup instructions for your Mapbox account will appear during installation. An internet connection and Administrator access are necessary for full functionality. Compatible with Final Cut Pro 10.4.7 – 10.6.5 on Intel Macs, and Final Cut Pro 10.7+ on both Intel and Apple Silicon Macs.
To use FCPX Maps, simply enter in locations for both the start and end point, set the zoom level, and hit the Generate Map button. FCPX Maps will automatically create a map and animation that moves from one point to the next. There are twelve available map styles in this package.
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Create Additional Path Points
Create additional stops in a path by adding new points. Add a new point at a desired location and drag it anywhere on the map. Users can create a dynamic travel display by placing new points on additional cities and areas.
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Three Dimensional Map Control
Editors are given a variety of 3D camera functionality with controls like position, rotation, depth of field, and control over the apex of the path. FCPX Maps is set to link the position of the camera to the path by default, but users can uncheck this if they would like to manually position the camera.
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Add Your Own Media
FCPX Maps includes a drop zone indicator that moves along the generated path. Users are able to upload their own media into the drop zone. Add images like planes, boats and cars to denote modes of transportation. Any media can be applied. 3 reflective drop zone and text layers are also included so that users can mark points with logos, photos, text and animations.
You can install FCPX Maps through the PFS App or download the individual installer. If you are installing through the PFS App, go to your Account Settings and make sure you are on Current Version: 2.7+. Then, click the Clear Cache button found in your Account Settings.
Once your products have refreshed, you can search for FCPX Maps in the My Products tab. Click the green Install button and once FCPX Maps has installed the PFSMapsV2 app should automatically launch. Then, just click the Instructions button to learn how to apply your Mapbox access token, or click Apply Token if you already have it ready.
Note: If you see FCPX Maps 1.1 instead of FCPX Maps, your cache has not been cleared.
If you are not using the latest version of the app or using the individual installer, continue to Step 2.
Step 2
Navigate to your Applications folder and to the following location.
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Launch the PFSMapsV2 app and click the Instructions button to learn how to apply your Mapbox access token, or click Apply Token if you already have it ready. Then, just close the app and launch Final Cut Pro.
Installing FCPX Maps 1.1
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Changes to the installation process?
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Mapbox account creation now requires you to input billing information during the initial set up. When this plugin was first created Mapbox did not require billing information for free accounts. This won't be an issue so long as you aren't overusing the map generation to generate more than Mapbox states is free. Please see Mapbox's pricing page for more information.
https://www.mapbox.com/pricing
During installation an app called PFSMaps will open. You will need to paste the Public Token from your Mapbox account into the PFSMaps window in order to validate the plugin for use. After the plugin is installed you can located FCPX Maps in the Generators library.
This tutorial shows users how to create maps using FCPX Maps. This 4 part tutorial shows users how to set up maps, use 3D scene camera controls, set path points, and add media.
Additional information
Classification
Generator, Tools
Dimensional
2D, 3D
Function
Animation, Camera
Style
Educational, Travel
Location
Generators
Compatibility
Apple Silicon Compatible
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where do I find this Plugin Inside FCPX?
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FCPX Maps 2.0 FAQ
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FCPX Maps 1.1 FAQ
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How do I add extra points to the mask?
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You can add additional points by holding down "Shift" and click on a location to add a new point to the path.
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How do I get the airplane graphic used in the promo video?
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The airplane graphic is a stock photo from shutterstock.com. You can apply any image you would like to the drop zones that are incorporated into this plugin. Please refer to the tutorial tab for video instructions.
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Why am I not getting the prompt to enter my API Access Token?
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If the prompt to enter your access token is not appearing then this means that your Motion Templates folder is missing your "Generators.localized" folder, causing the installer for FCPX Maps to hang and never finish.
To remedy this, please locate your Motion Templates folder found within the Movies folder located on your Mac's main hard drive.
From there, right click and select "New Folder" and be sure to name it correctly: "Generators.localized".
Once it has been made and correctly labeled, run the installer for the plugin once more then you will receive the prompt for your token.
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I am missing an input for Location 1 and Location 2, what is happening?
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If you are missing controls for Location 1 or Location 2 within the inspector window for this plugin please verify that you are first on the most recent version of Mac OS. These missing controls will be a common issue experienced by individuals who are attempting to operate this plugin on OS 10.11 El Capitan.
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My export is jittery, what can I do?
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If your export is jittery this can be caused by a few things:
Attempting to adjust the camera positioning while the "Link to Path" is enabled will cause camera jitter.
Exporting the project as anything other than a Master File can also cause jitter.
If you find that you are experiencing jitter with the map's path try re-enabling the "Link to Path" control as well as regenerating the map.
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Why is my FCPX spontaneously closing when generating a Map?
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If your FCPX is crashing after attempting to generate a map this can be caused by only two very specific things.
1) The first will be because of the API Access Token not properly being inputted during the initial installation of the plugin.
2) The other will be due to having the "Zoom Level" set to 3 and "Extend Map" set to 1. This is a combination that is impossible for Maps and FCPX to compute and will result in crashing.
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What is the difference between Offset Linked Position and Manual Camera position?
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The offset linked position is when you have the camera linked to the path and want to offset the position from the framing of the path. The manual camera position is for when the camera is not linked to the path.
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How do I get the additional drop zones to face the camera?
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There will not be a control for these additional drop zones that will automatically have them face the camera. Instead, you will need to select the dropdown arrow next to "Rotation" under the "Environment Drop Zone" controls then adjust the "X" Rotation to have the drop zone face the camera.
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Why can't I change the style controls without re-mapifying?
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We recommend that all style changes be made prior to adding points on the map as mapifying will reset all points and default back to only the starting and ending points being displayed.
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How do I add points to a 3D map?
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Currently, only the 2D map will allow for additional points to be added to the map by pressing "Shift+Click". An update for the 3D map is currently in the works.
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How do I get the Maps Generator to stay on screen longer before and after the animation?
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If you want the generator to stay on screen longer at a specific spot you can utilize a freeze frame by moving the playhead in FCPX to the spot you want, have the generator selected, and press Option F to create a freeze frame. Keep in mind, once the freeze frame has been created you may have it last as long as you want.
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Why does the line animation appear to be slow and jagged?
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Extending the Maps generator in your timeline after Mapifying can cause the line to appear jittery. Extend your Maps generator to the length you want and then click Mapify. This should ensure the line animation looks smooth.
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What is the difference between FCPX Maps 1.1 and ProMap?
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FCPX Maps 1.1 utilizes Mapbox in order to track a line between a starting and ending location. Users can create their own custom line by adding more points along the path, change the style of the map, switch between 2D and 3D Paths, and incorporate their own media at the start and end points as well as on the path itself. There are also drop zone presets to place more media along the path. Users can not use their own maps and can only use the map styles that are provided in the plugin.
ProMap is limited to 8 points which can be placed by the user and can be used with your own images to be used as maps.
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How do I add an arc to the Map?
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By default the arc option will be turned on and will generate the apex of the arc in the middle of the plugin. If you uncheck the 3D path control off in the plugin before you mapify it will not generate the arc.
For Arcing the Lines you will want to create key frames for the beginning, middle, and end of the arc. In the Animation Controls there is a control labeled Path Z position. This control will allow you to create the arcs. For example, on frame A and C of your timeline you can set the values to 0 and key frame. Then on frame B enter a value above 0 and keyframe. This will allow the path to arc.
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How do I make the line constant speed when adding points?
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For creating constant speed lines in FCPX you will want to make sure that you drag the playhead in the timeline to the same length as the distance needed to get to that new point on the map.
For example, when we initially mapify, the line generated will be starting from point A and traveling straight to point C. We want to add a detour to point B, but this point is higher up in the map. To get a constant speed line we need to drag our playhead between point A and C until the length of the line is about equal to the distance between point A and B. We will then create a point using command click at the end of our line to generate a point at that measured distance and move the point to location B.
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How do I make the line go behind and in front of the drop zones in the drop zone presets?
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If you want to arc your lines behind and in front of the drop zones from the drop zone presets you will need to switch to Global 3D. In your plugin controls panel locate the Path Stylization controls section. The top control in this section is called Render Path. By default, this is set to In Local 3D (Faster). Switch this control mode to In Global 3D (Better) and then you will be able to arc the lines behind and in front of the drop zones.
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How do I apply this plugin?
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Minimum Requirements
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Component: Version 1.1 (Intel Only) Version 2.0 (Intel & Silicon)
After clicking on the "Generate Map" button, this pop-up appears.
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Why is this Happening:
This may be happening for several reasons.
An API Access Token was not input upon installation.
Part of plugin was not installed successfully.
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What is the Solution:
Run the installer again, and input the API Access Token when prompted.
If you are still getting this message after inputting the access token you will need to uninstall the reinstall the plugin. These instructions are located in the installations tab. When reinstalling, make sure FCPX is closed. Restart your computer after installation then open Final Cut Pro
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Upon playback in FCPX, the scene is flashing and/or stuttering.
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Why is this Happening:
The playback in Final Cut Pro X is not accurately reflecting what will be exported.
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What is the Solution:
Reboot Final Cut Pro X and then click the Generate Map button once more.
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Can't find the plugin after installation?
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Why is this Happening:
Scenario 1: The plugin is not properly installed.
Scenario 2: The plugin is properly installed, you may be looking in the wrong section in Final Cut Pro.
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What is the Solution:
Scenario 1: With Final Cut Pro closed, run the installer until reaching the successfully installed message. Now restart your computer and open Final Cut Pro.
Scenario 2: Search the FAQ section on the product page to see where the plugin is located. Now search this section in Final Cut Pro to locate the plugin.
The plugin is crashing when I generate a map. This is this happening?
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This means that the access token was not input correctly or not input at all. Make sure when inputting the access token that you are copying and pasting from google chrome or else the token will not copy properly.
