How to Burn iMovie Videos to Disc without Losing Quality

Are you looking for a way to burn your iMovie videos to disc without losing quality? While Apple's built-in 'Burn to Disc' feature is convenient, it only creates a data disc that won't play on standard DVD or Blu-ray players. Fortunately, there are alternative methods to achieve this goal.

The Problem with Burn to Disc

iMovie's 'Burn to Disc' feature may seem like an easy way out, but the resulting disc will not be playable on most DVD or Blu-ray players. This is because it produces a data disc in MP4 format, which is not compatible with standard video-DVDs.

A Better Solution: Exporting iMovie Videos to iDVD

To export your iMovie videos to iDVD and then burn them to a DVD that plays on any player, you'll need to follow these steps:

1. After editing your video in iMovie, click 'Share' on the menu bar.

2. Select 'Export using QuickTime...' from the dropdown list.

3. In the 'Save As:' section, enter a video name and choose a suitable location for the output video.

4. Click on the 'Options' button to open the 'Movie Settings' window.

5. In the 'Export:' section, mark the option of 'Movie to QuickTime Movie.'

6. Adjust other settings as needed by clicking on 'Settings…'

7. Click 'OK' to confirm the operation.

Alternative Methods

If you're looking for a more convenient method or want to explore alternative options, consider using third-party software like Mac Video Converter Ultimate. This tool allows you to quickly edit and convert your video to the iDVD-supported format.

While burning iMovie videos to disc can be a bit tricky, there are ways to achieve high-quality results without losing quality. By following the steps outlined above or exploring alternative methods, you can export your iMovie videos to iDVD and create a DVD that plays on any player.

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