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SlickFX FAQWhat is the SlickFX software?The SlickFX software is a new set of plug-ins for Final Cut Pro and Express. This collection of over 60 plug-ins is seamlessly integrated into Final Cut and includes transitions, filters, titles and generators. The SlickFX plug-ins blend the renowned quality and ease of use of the Slick video software, with the power and versatility of Final Cut What are the system requirements?The SlickFX plug-ins require:
Click here to get updates for Snow Leopard and FCP 7. How much does it cost and how do I purchase?The introductory price for the SlickFX plug-ins is $99 for the download version. The normal price will be $129 after the introductory period. A CD version is also available. You can purchase at the GeeThree online store. We accept, Visa, MasteCard and American Express. We also offer the option to pay via PayPal. Look at this screencast that covers purchasing the SlickFX software. How do I download SlickFX? How large is the download?After you purchase online, you will be sent an email with a link to download the software, along with your Activation code. The file to download is a standard disk image file (.dmg) which will mount a new volume on your desktop containing the SlickFX installer software. The download is about 17 MB in size. Look at this screencast that covers downloading the SlickFX software. How do I install the SlickFX software?After you download the software, you launch the installer application. You will be prompted to enter in your Name and Activation code. The installer will place all of the SlicFX files in the correct location on your hard drive. The next time you start Final Cut, the SlickFX plug-ins will appear in the list of effects in the Browser window. Look at this screencast that covers installing the SlickFX software. How do I use the SlickFX software?The SlickFX plug-ins give your productions a wide range of new creative options and work just like the effects that Apple provides. These plug-ins are designed to give you impressive results fast – there are lots of presets and each control parameter gives visually distinct changes. This makes it quick and easy to experiment with different settings. Be sure to check out the tutorial screencasts and the various demo reel movies. There are almost 100 movies showing the capabilities of the SlickFX plug-ins. I purchased the download version and my hard drive crashed. How can I get the software again?Just send an email to support@geethree.com and we’ll be glad to help out. Be sure to include as much information as possible on your previous order to help us get the software to you quickly. Is a CD version of the software available?Yes, we offer the option to get the SlickFX software on CD. The cost is $5 more, plus shipping. You also will get a link to download the software to start using it immediately before the CD arrives. But if you don’t want to download anything, just wait a few days for the CD to arrive. How fast are the SlickFX plug-ins?The SlickFX plug-ins use highly optimized rendering routines and perform very nicely. To see for yourself, look at our screencasts where the previews are high quality and play smoothly. How do the SlickFX plug-ins differ from your iMovie plug-ins?The SlickFX plug-ins use Apple’s FXPlug architecture for adding plug-ins to Final Cut (and Motion). These plug-ins will not work with iMovie, and the Slick plug-ins for iMovie do not wok with Final Cut. Compared to the Slick iMovie plug-ins, the SlickFX plug-ins and Final Cut offer more options and greater control than possible in iMovie. For example, one of the SlickFX plug-ins does more than 6 of our iMovie plug-ins! Is there an upgrade for customers of your iMovie plug-ins?The SlickFX software is a different product from our iMovie plug-ins. In our introductory pricing, we’re offering a $30 instant rebate to all of our customers – old and new – and without the hassle of filling out a rebate form and finding your old serial numbers! Can I pay through PayPalYes, we can accept payment through PayPal here. Please be aware that it may take us a few hours to send you the download links and Activation code as PayPal order need to be processed manually. Do you accept school purchase orders?Yes, we can accept school purchase orders without a problem. PO’s can be faxed to us at 650.328.8092. Are there volume and educational discounts?Please contact sales@geethree.com for volume pricing. Our introductory price is the same as our educational discounted price. After this introductory period, the discounted price will be $99, saving $30. Need some help learning/using Final Cut?Check out this page with some useful links to various Final Cut Resources. Other Questions?Please use this technical support request form or Contact us at support@geethree.com and we'll be happy to answer other questions. |