Import and Export
The Project File
What a .scenecut file contains and how it preserves your work.
The .scenecut file is Scene Cut's native save format. It bundles all your work in progress into a single file, easy to save, move, or archive.
What it contains
| Element | Description |
|---|---|
| Subtitles | Text, timecodes, formatting (italic, dialogue, position), locking |
| Standards profile | ATAA/Netflix settings and any customizations |
| Scene cuts | Shot change markers (imported or detected) |
| Video/audio reference | Path to the associated media file (the video is not embedded) |
| Audio sources | External audio tracks added to the project |
| Work sections | Named zones and their progress status |
| AI results | Issues detected by the AI review and their state (active/dismissed) |
| Loop region | Position and state of the playback loop |
| Interface state | Zoom level, timeline height, playback position |
| Notes | Free-form annotations on subtitles |
What it does not contain
The project file does not contain the video or audio -- it only stores a reference (path) to the media file. This keeps the project file lightweight (a few hundred KB, even for a feature film with 2,000 subtitles).
If the video file is moved or renamed, Scene Cut will try to locate it but may ask you to find it manually. Keeping the video and the project in the same folder is the most reliable approach.
Saving
Saving is automatic -- every change is recorded as you go. An explicit Cmd + S triggers an immediate save.