Transfer fcp x project files

I helpled a friend edit a movie on a trial version of fcp x. I have a paid copy of fcp. Is it possible to transfer her project files to my computer and continue editing the movie?

Hi there
FCPX is a fully functional program. No restrictions. So, yes you can feel free to continue to work on a video started on one Mac and finish it up on another.
Here's a couple of links on the subject you may find useful.
http://www.larryjordan.biz/sharing-projects-in-fcp-x/
and
http://help.apple.com/finalcutpro/mac/10.0.6/#verb8e5fcf4
Cheers
Carl
The second link talks about the legacy FCP, but the idea is similar.
Message was edited by: F. Carl McIvor1

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