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Feature Parity

The introduction of Final Cut Pro on the iPad raises questions about feature parity with its Mac counterpart. Marques Brownlee and David Imel express concerns about whether essential plugins, like the Red Workflow Installer, will be available on the iPad version 1. This lack of parity could hinder seamless project transitions between devices. Marques notes, "It's final cut pro in the sense of UI, but it's not quite final cut pro in the sense of full continuity" 1. The team speculates that Apple's vision might be to start basic edits on the iPad and complete them on a Mac, but without full feature parity, this workflow could be awkward 2.

   

User Experience

The practicality of using Final Cut Pro on the iPad is a key discussion point. Marques and Andrew Manganelli explore the potential for using the iPad for rough cuts with the Apple Pencil, making use of dead time during commutes 3. This could streamline workflows by allowing users to start projects on the go and finish them on a Mac. Andrew highlights the iPad's unique features, such as full Pencil support and a jog wheel for faster scrolling, which could enhance the editing experience 3. However, Marques acknowledges that the iPad might not handle all tasks, especially those requiring plugins 4.

   

Plugin Support

Plugin support is a significant concern for Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro on the iPad. David explains that while Logic Pro benefits from existing plugin ecosystems, Final Cut Pro lacks clarity on plugin availability 5. This absence could limit the app's utility for professional editors who rely on plugins for efficiency. Marques emphasizes the importance of plugins, stating, "Plugins are like the second most useful thing to me about final cut pro" 6. The team speculates that plugin support might require separate iPad versions, complicating the transition from Mac to iPad 6.