How do I fix the referencing media from the camera in iMovie?
It could be that you disconnected your camera or SD card before the import was completed. That can give you the “still referencing” message. Try importing the clips to your desktop using the Image Capture app in your Mac applications folder. Then drag them from your desktop into iMovie.
Why is iMovie saying Item Cannot be shared while it is still referencing media on the camera?
Usually the “still referencing” error means that the importing device was disconnected from the computer or turned off before the importing process was completed. Try reimporting and waiting longer for the import to complete.
How do I link missing media in iMovie?
Troubleshooting – Missing Media To fix the problem, Quit iMovie, move the file to the correct location, then reopen your project. If this does not work, delete the missing file from your iMovie project, then drag-and-drop the audio file from the new location to re-attach it to the project.
How do you add media in iMovie?
With your iMovie project open, scroll the timeline so the playhead (the white vertical line) appears where you want to add the image or video clip. Tap the Add Media button , then tap the location where the photo or video is stored.
Why won’t media import to iMovie?
Try deleting preferences and see if that cures it. To delete preferences, open iMovie while holding down the Option and Command keys and select to delete preferences in the box that appears. iMovie will open in a new library. Reopen your old library to get back to your projects.
How do you fix this item Cannot be shared while it is still referencing media on the camera?
When this happens, and you try to share/export a project, you’ll receive an error message that says “This item cannot be shared while it is still referencing media on the camera.” To fix this problem, you’ll need to reimport your footage from the original source using the File menu.
Why does my iMovie share keep failing?
iMovie Export Failed There are many factors that may cause export failure. Like lack of computer space, corrupted project, or wrong export file name. Solution: Check if the storage space is available on your Mac device to assure enough space for movie exporting.
Why is iMovie not letting me import media?