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QuickTime Player, the video player and editing tool bundled with the Mac for ages, received a fairly major overhaul when it turned into QuickTime Player X. While it became free and lost the need to upgrade to a Pro version, it also lost out on a lot of really nice professional features that QuickTime Player 7 had.

2. QuickTime Player

QuickTime is readily available for all Apple Mac computers and now comes installed as standard on newer models. However, if you have an older Mac, or if you have previously uninstalled QuickTime from your Mac and now want to install it onto your Mac again please continue reading. Alternatively, if you have QuickTime already and are just looking for a few tips and tricks, or if you just want to find out what version of QuickTime your Mac is running, this article should be of use to you.

QuickTime can be downloaded from Apple directly, or via some of the other trusted free download websites available on the internet. We've set these out for you in a little bit more detail below:

QuickTime: Apple official download

Mac OS X includes QuickTime Player (Version 10.x) which will handle most of your media playback needs. You will only need to install QuickTime if you have an older version of the Mac operating system which does not come with QuickTime already installed, you want to work with older media types, or if you have legacy workflows that are not supported by the newer QuickTime application. You can download QuickTime for Mac here.

QuickTime: Download it from other websites (free)

SOFTONIC: This website also provides ratings for QuickTime, the number of downloads this month and full details of the file size and its pros and cons. (Download)
TUCOWS: This is a great free website where you can download QuickTime quickly and easily for your Mac. This website provides full details of the files that QuickTime can play, together with reviews and details of where you can find product support. (Download)

Steps of QuickTime installation

Step 1. To install QuickTime on a Mac you should download the newest version of QuickTime Download (which at the time of writing is QuickTime Player 7 Version 7.6.6).

Step 2. Once the file has downloaded all you need to do is double click on the file which will be called, QuickTimePlayer7.6.6_SnowLeopard' and QuickTime will be automatically installed in your utilities folder.

How to test QuickTime on Mac

After you have installed QuickTime it is essential to test it to make sure that it has been installed correctly. You should test that QuickTime allows you to playback any steaming video or HD movie contents immediately embedded on a web browser, i.e. Safari. If QuickTime has been installed correctly you will get a message saying, QuickTime has been successfully installed.

Troubleshooting

Sometimes movie files cannot be played by QuickTime without additional software (even though QuickTime can open them). These files typically contain data that was created using a codec, i.e. a compressor that QuickTime player does not support by default. You might be able to obtain software from other developers that allows QuickTime to play these files. However, you should be careful to make sure that these files do not contain any virus or malware that might affect your Mac before you attempt to download them to your computer.

Steps of checking the version of QuickTime on Mac

Step 1. From the Apple menu, choose System Preferences.

Step 2. From the View menu please then choose the option for QuickTime (which should bring up the QuickTime pane).

Step 3. If you click Register you will be able to see the registration information and the edition of QuickTime installed on your Mac will be shown underneath the box for your Registration Code.

Step 4. If you want to go one step further and find out what version of QuickTime update is installed on your Mac you will need to go into the About QuickTime tab. The version of QuickTime your Mac is running will be displayed at the top of the pop up menu.

How to update to the latest version of QuickTime on Mac

From time to time Apple releases newer versions of QuickTime. These can be downloaded (assuming you are connected to the internet). If you are connected to the internet and QuickTime is open, typically you will be notified that a newer version of QuickTime is available by your Mac and you will then be prompted to start the download. However, if you want to check for an update manually, choose: QuickTime Player > Update Existing Software. Your Mac will then check to see if there are any updates pending for QuickTime. If so, all you have to do is follow the on-screen prompts and the newest version will be installed.

If you require help during any stage of this process (and you have QuickTime open) you can see instructions for performing tasks by choosing: Help > QuickTime Player Help. From there you will be able to type in 'update' and QuickTime Help will bring up a full list of instructions in order to guide you through the process.

Troubleshooting

If you are having problems installing updates for QuickTime (and reinstalling or repairing it does not work) we would recommend not only to remove QuickTime from your Mac but also any related components, reboot your Mac, remove any target installation folders and then attempt to reinstall QuickTime from the beginning.

A list of the recent updates for QuickTime for the Mac can be found on the Apple website (here). Please note that QuickTime is constantly updated and there might have been further updates since this article was first written.

Steps of checking the version of QuickTime on Mac

If you want to uninstall QuickTime on a Mac you need to find and click the Finder icon in the Dock at the bottom of the screen. You will then need to find the Applications icon which is located in the left hand column of the Finder icon window. Locate the QuickTime icon and drag it into the Trash. Then all you need to do is right click on the Trash and then click on the Empty Trash option to complete the uninstallation process.

If that does not work and you are running QuickTime 5, QuickTime 3, QuickTime 4 or QuickTime 6 then you will need to open the QuickTime installer (if you don't have a copy of the installer then download a new copy). Click agree until you appear that the choose installation type window, and then select the custom option where it will give you the option to uninstall QuickTime. You will receive a command prompt telling you to close down all of your other applications, and you'll need to click continue. This will successfully remove QuickTime from your system, however, it will leave Sound Manager behind. If you want to remove that as well, you can open the extensions folder and remove it to the Trash.

Troubleshooting

If you are having problems uninstalling QuickTime and believe me you can have problems with this depending on your setup and what you do, here's two helpful tips:

1. If all else fails, there's an application you can download (here). When you activate it, it will uninstall QuickTime automatically. This application will remove not only QuickTime but also any associated files, registry entries or extensions that have been created completely from your Mac. A full set of instructions for using Max Uninstaller can be found via the hyperlink at the start of this paragraph.

2. Before you attempt to uninstall QuickTime be sure to back up your registry in case of data loss, or any accidental errors causing problems with your Mac. If the data is correctly backed up you will be able to restore you Mac back into the condition it was in before you tried to remove QuickTime.

Please note that uninstalling QuickTime can be a complex and risky task, particularly if you are attempting manual removal. It involves key parts of your computer system, and it is only recommended for advanced users. If you haven't got any experience in this area it's best to ask someone that has.

Apple released the first version of QuickTime on 2nd December 1991 as a system add-on. It was developed by a man called, Bruce Leak who ran the first public demonstration during May 1991 during the World Developers Conference. It was an outstanding technological breakthrough at the time, particularly as Microsoft didn't release QuickTime's main completing product until November 1992. Since its initial release there have been 8 different versions all offering substantial improvements on previous versions of the software.

Cutting Videos: If you quickly want to reduce the length of a video you can do so very easily in QuickTime by going to the edit menu and selecting 'trim'. The thumbnails will appear at the bottom of the video and all you need to do then is drag the yellow box over the area you want to save.

Combinations: You can quickly combine one or two clips together to make a movie. Open the video that you want to start with, and then find the video that you want to add to it in the Finder and drop it directly into QuickTime. It will appear at the bottom of the window and then you can drag and drop it to wherever you like in the video.

Recordings: If you want to record what you are doing on your Mac all you have to do is open QuickTime and in the menu choose File, and then, capture what you're doing on-screen.

Export Audio Only: If you want to export only the audio you can do so by going to File > Export which will give you the choice over the type of file that you want to export. If you click the drop down box of the export window and choose audio only it will only grab the sound – which is perfect for voiceovers.

Slower Fast Forward: If you hold down the Alt or Option Key as you click the QuickTime fast forward button the speed of the video will be increased at a slower rate which is perfect if you are trying to closely examine the video paying particular attention to detail.

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2. QuickTime Player

QuickTime is a great program for playing videos, and whether you own a PC, Mac, tablet, or smartphone, you can get enjoy your favourite videos with QuickTime. However, the free version of QuickTime does have its limitations, and some of you might want to consider upgrading from the basic QuickTime program to QuickTime Pro, to make use of its many additional features.

If you are thinking about an upgrade, don't be put off by the cost. There are some places on the web where you can find QuickTime Pro for free, and we'll show you some of those right here. By upgrading for free, you'll be getting the advanced features of QuickTime Pro without the price tag. Sounds like a good deal, right? We'll read on!

Part 1: QuickTime vs. QuickTime Pro

Before you decide whether getting a free upgrade to QuickTime Pro is right for you, let's take a moment to compare QuickTime Pro to its free counterpart. You might find that the basic version of QuickTime already has all of the features you need, and takes up rather less disk space. Sticking with QuickTime could be right for you, in such a case.

So, what are some of the features which are included in QuickTime Pro that aren't in the original QuickTime? We've prepared a list for you, so check them out:

More you can get from QuickTime Pro

• Create and edit videos, including applying special FX
• Compress videos with new codecs
• Create slideshows with music
• Convert images to different formats
• Watch videos in full-screen
• Save videos from the web
• MIDI input for synthesisers and musical instruments
• Cropping and resizing of videos

What you can only get from QuickTime free

• Playback of 30 common audio and video formats
• View images
• Stream media
• Windowed mode only

Smartscore x2 pro for mac torrent. So you can see that QuickTime is great if all you want to do is watch your favourite videos, but if you want to get into video editing, making your own movies and picture slideshows, or even just watch your videos in full-screen, you might want to consider upgrading.

Part 2: How to Download and Upgrade to QuickTime Pro

Officially, QuickTime Pro costs $29.99 for either the Windows or Mac version. If you go to the Apple Store, you will find both versions there. After you complete the purchase process, you can either download QuickTime Pro directly, or get a code to enter in QuickTime which will begin the upgrading process. Check out the links below, which will send you straight to the relevant page in the Apple Store.

Download QuickTime Pro for Windows below:

Download QuickTime Pro for Mac below:

If you prefer to get a version with a physical disk, check out Amazon.com, ebay.com, other Internet vendors, or head to your local computer store and ask about QuickTime Pro. It seems like Apple has discontinued the disk version, but there are still many copies out there for those of you who like having a CD-ROM.

The upgrade process is really quite simple if you follow the official route.

Unofficially, though, you can save the $29.99, though it will take a little more effort. Check out the next section for more details.

Part 3: How to Get QuickTime Pro for Free

Is there a free version of QuickTime Pro Available?

The first thing you need to keep in mind while tracking down your free version of QuickTime Pro is that there are two different versions – one for Mac and one for PC. If you enter a QuickTime Pro code for Mac on your PC, or vice versa, it won't work, so be careful. Luckily, you can find both versions on the web, and to make things even easier for you, we've made a list of some of those places right here, but we don't promise that all of them are still valid.

• http://sw.timm.biz/quicktime/keys.txt
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MXixEoz-cGU
• http://cracksurl.blogspot.it/2012/12/quick-time-pro-773-serial-key.html
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_LLBEi1xso
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0UqbRpYleY

Part 4: Alternative to QuickTime Pro for Mac

If you own a Mac, QuickTime Pro isn't the only game in town. If you like the idea of QuickTime Pro's features, but not its price tag, and downloading it or getting a serial code for it from elsewhere isn't something you're keen on, there are several good alternatives.

Video playback and editing programs are increasingly common, so how do you know which one is right for you? We've compiled a list, complete with a brief description, to help you decide which is the right one for you and your Mac. Of course, if none of these sound right for you, there's always an alternative to QuickTime or QuickTime Pro!

VLC Media Player

The media player is very versatile and can handle a great many different video formats. It allows for full-screen and windowed viewing, It even has Blu-ray support. For playback, it's great, but it lacks the creative and editing features of QuickTime Pro. However, if what you were missing was greater code support and a full-screen mode, it's a great alternative.
Price: Free. Get it here

MPlayerX

Similar to VLC Media Player, but designed exclusively for the Mac, this media player has all of the playback features of QuickTime Pro, but again without the editing or creating tools. However, it does support full-screen viewing, and is regularly updated with the latest video codecs.
Price: Free. Get it here

iMovie

iMovie comes bundled with your Mac. It's a simple video editor, and if you want to make a picture slideshow with music, or edit home video or downloaded video, it's a great place to start. It's fully compatible with iPad and iPhone, too, so you can send your video to those devices. It supports saving video in .mov format, but it's less of a media player than QuickTime.
Price: Free. Get it here

KMPlayer

This media player is compatible with your Mac as well as your iPad or iPhone. It supports many different file formats, as well as full-screen viewing. It lacks the creating and editing capabilities of QuickTime Pro, though.
Price: Free. Get it here

Jahshaka

This video creating and editing tool is formerly known as CineFX. It's a great alternative to QuickTime Pro, coming with a wealth of features for video creation and editing. It's open-source and free, though the creators rely on donations from users in order to support it.
Price: Free. Get it here

Winamp

Winamp has full MIDI capabilities, so it's great for composers or musicians working with compatible instruments. It may be a little old, but it still supports most of the common music file formats in use today, including some of the more obscure, such as .mp2, .voc, and .wav files.
Price: Free and Pard versions. Get it here