How to Burn a DVD from iMovie on Your Mac

If you're looking for a way to burn your iMovie project onto a DVD, there are a few options available. In this article, we'll explore the best method for burning an iMovie project to DVD using Leawo DVD Creator.

Firstly, it's essential to note that iDVD is no longer available on newer Mac systems running Lion or Mountain Lion OS. However, you can still use third-party DVD burning software applications to achieve your goal.

Using iDVD

If you have an older Mac system with iDVD pre-installed, you can follow these steps to burn your iMovie project to DVD:

1. Open iMovie and select the video clip you want to export.

2. Click on the 'Share' menu and select 'File'.

3. Review the information in the pop-up window and click 'Next'.

4. Name and save the file.

5. Go back to iDVD, insert a blank DVD into your disc drive, and open the movie you want to burn.

6. Click on the 'Burn' button next to the 'play' button to start burning iMovie to DVD.

7. Wait for the burning process to complete.

Using Leawo DVD Creator

If you don't have iDVD or are running a newer Mac system, you can use Leawo DVD Creator to burn your iMovie project to DVD. Here's how:

1. Download and install Leawo DVD Creator on your Mac.

2. Open the software and select 'Burn iMovie Project' as the burning mode.

3. Select the theme for your DVD menu and customize it as needed.

4. Add your iMovie project to the software by clicking 'Add Video'.

5. Select the video clip you want to burn and drag the cursor across the portion of video that will be burned onto DVD, or hold the 'Command' key and press 'A' on Mac keyboard to select an entire video.

6. Click 'Burn' to start the burning process.

Burning your iMovie project to DVD is a great way to share your movies with friends and family or play them on TV. With Leawo DVD Creator, you can easily achieve this without needing to use iDVD. By following these steps, you'll be able to create professional-looking DVDs from your iMovie projects in no time.

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