After Effects and Final Cut Express

Hey,
Is it possible to export a project from After Effects into Final Cut Express? I just want to make sure before I get it.
That's all, thanks,
Leroy

You can export a QuickTime movie from After Effects and use it in FCE. AE projects will not open in FCE.

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