1. Open the Final Cut software and click "Final Cut Pro" on the top menu bar.
2. Select preferences, and then click the Caching tab.
3. In the cache tab, you can see the setting of "cache storage location". By default, cache files are stored in the user folder of the system.
4. Click the "Customize" button on the right and select the directory where you want to store the cache file.
5. Click the Select button, and then select a new folder to store the cache files.
6. Save the settings and exit the preferences.
By separating cache files, there are several reasons and advantages:
1. Improve editing performance: Storing cache files on a separate hard disk can reduce the burden on the main hard disk of the system, thus improving the performance and response speed of editing software.
2. Save storage space: Caching files often takes up a lot of storage space. Separating them can avoid occupying the space of the main hard disk and make them better used for storing project files and other important data.
3. Convenient management and backup: Independent cache folders make the management and backup of cache files easier and more convenient. You can clean up or back up the cache files at any time as needed without affecting the project files.
In addition, note the following extensions:
-You can choose to use SSD (Solid State Disk) as a cache file storage device, because SSD is faster in reading and writing, which can further improve editing performance.
-It is a good habit to clean up cache files regularly, which can avoid the problem of insufficient storage space caused by too many cache files.
-If your project requires multi-person collaboration, it is recommended to store the cache folder on a * * * shared network drive so that all team members can access and * * * share the cache file.