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How to use LUTs in Final Cut Pro

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Quick answer

In Final Cut Pro, add the Custom LUT effect to your clip, then in the Video inspector open the LUT menu, choose Choose Custom LUT…, and select the .cube file.

Works with
Final Cut Pro 10.4 and newer.
File type
.cube Use the .cube files from your LUTs download (the LUT edition, or Presets + LUTs).

Step by step

  1. Add the effect

    Select your clip, open the Effects browser, choose Color and double-click Custom LUT.

  2. Load the LUT

    In the Video inspector, open the LUT menu, choose Choose Custom LUT…, and select a .cube file.

  3. Blend

    Use the effect's Mix slider to soften it.

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