FCPXML → DFXP
Convert FCPXML to DFXP
Free online FCPXML to DFXP subtitle converter. Transform Final Cut Pro XML (.fcpxml) files to DFXP (TTML) (.dfxp) format instantly in your browser. No upload required.
Format Comparison
| FCPXML | DFXP | |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Final Cut Pro XML | DFXP (TTML) |
| Extension | .fcpxml | .dfxp |
| Category | xml | xml |
| Key Features | Frame-accurate timing, NLE integration, Project metadata, Timeline-native | TTML-based, XML structure, Styling support, Layout regions |
| Common Uses | Final Cut Pro workflows, NLE interchange, Post-production captioning | Subtitle distribution, Platform interchange, Legacy TTML workflows |
| Limitations | Apple ecosystem only, Complex XML structure, Tied to FCP project settings | Superseded by IMSC, Verbose XML, Inconsistent implementations |
How to Convert FCPXML to DFXP
- 1
Open the subtitle converter
Go to the Subtitle Tool and select your source FCPXML file by pasting the text or uploading the .fcpxml file.
- 2
Set your framerate
Choose the framerate that matches your video (e.g., 23.976, 25, 29.97). This ensures frame-accurate timestamp conversion.
- 3
Select DFXP as output format
Choose DFXP (TTML) (.dfxp) from the output format dropdown.
- 4
Download your converted file
Click the download button to save your converted DFXP file. You can also copy the output text directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert FCPXML to DFXP?
Upload or paste your Final Cut Pro XML (.fcpxml) file into the converter, select DFXP as the output format, and click Convert. The tool processes everything in your browser — no file uploads to a server.
What is the difference between FCPXML and DFXP?
FCPXML is fcpxml is the xml interchange format for final cut pro. DFXP is dfxp (distribution format exchange profile) is a profile of ttml (timed text markup language) for subtitle distribution. They differ in features like frame-accurate timing (FCPXML) versus ttml-based (DFXP).
Is the FCPXML to DFXP converter free?
Yes, completely free with no limits. The converter runs entirely in your browser using the timecodes library — no server processing, no sign-up, no watermarks.