Selecting new scratch disks

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hua02

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Do you start a new scratch disk for every project or do you just add a new folder within your current disc?
I wanted to add a new folder but it said that the scratch disc I was using was currently being used.
Any help on this matter?

Also, it's good to be a part of this community now. I have done a lot of good research the last week on this site for an upcoming purchase and I found the site to be very helpful.
 
Welcome Well no your scratch disk is where FCP keeps render files captured files auto saved files ect.. When you crate and save a new project it will automatically make a new folder in your scratch disk location that all the files for this project will be saved in. Well all the files that FCP makes on its own not the project file that will save where you put it. You can change your scratch disk location buy going to the Final Cut Pro > system settings in there you will see scratch disk you can also do it from the log and capture window.
 
I would actually recommend re-setting the scratch disk for every project that you do; target it to a new folder that will hold all your Capture Scratch, Auto-save Vault, Audio Render Files, Render Files, etc. That is the smartest way I've found to keep everything together and organized so that you can easily locate where stuff is and you can easily burn a backup DVD of important files.

When you have multiple editors using the same computer, it's helpful to follow this setup. But I even do it now for my own personal use as well.
 
aravance said:
I would actually recommend re-setting the scratch disk for every project that you do; target it to a new folder that will hold all your Capture Scratch, Auto-save Vault, Audio Render Files, Render Files, etc. That is the smartest way I've found to keep everything together and organized so that you can easily locate where stuff is and you can easily burn a backup DVD of important files.

When you have multiple editors using the same computer, it's helpful to follow this setup. But I even do it now for my own personal use as well.
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I found the way posted above is very efficient, and reduces headaches later... especially when it comes to "mysterious footage."
 
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