the first thing that we need to do is to decide where the media is to be stored.  this consists of creating a folder to the hard drive that we will need to work on. i will also need to ensure that any additional files that have not been captured through log and transfer are included in the folder i am working with.

these can include files taken directly from a DSLR, i will get this from a audio recorder or from the internet. 

scratch disks on final cut pro is a important part of the editing process as it dictates where the footage is captured (log and transfer) will be stored, this includes the rendered files, waveform, cache and autosaves.

sequences relate to the timeline that you are currently working from you can also have multiple   within an individual project, this is useful when creating rushes to preview footage and receive feedback. 

in some cases,you may want certain file format for exported footage , it may be because the client wants the video for mobile content, web use, DVD or uncompromising allowing for high quality viewing.

final cut pro allows for two main options which are quick time movie (this in a high quality compressed version of your of your current sequence in a .mov file- an apple developed format) quicktime is another option as it allows you to choose from multiple files formats, the resolution it exports and quality of the finished product.