How to relink files in libraries in 10.1

anyone? I can't get into the library because it is a package. How do I get in there to get to the clips?

Heya Dave,
I understand that it's possible that you want to import your media from library 1 into library 2. Perhaps library 1 that has all of your copied media is not opening in FCPX anymore and you want to create a new library with the media. Whatever the reason for wanting to relink media or otherwise access files media files that are already in the library here is the way.
Visit the libraby.fcpbundle file in Finder, right-click the file and choose "Show Package Contents". From the package contents you can locate the original media. Move the media to a location that is outside of the library bundle file to access the files.
Hope that helps!
Jasper Thayer
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https://FinalCutProX.net

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