> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.memorystring.app/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.memorystring.app/share/export.md). # Format and export Format and export a MemoryString slideshow as H.264 MP4 on your Mac: Social and Classic frames, Social Safe, 1080p or 4K. Inspector → **Format** sets the aspect you edit in. It is also the default for **Export**. Frame rate, quality, and resolution are in **Export Movie**, not on the **Format** tab alone. ![Inspector Format: Social order Instagram · TikTok · Pinterest · YouTube](https://316881897-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F6lG8Zi4VdmddHJ8jUOT5%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-8b70e60f5882067a3a4e79e784c2934975bfade7%2Finspector-format-swatches.png?alt=media) Same show, same moment, one photo on stage. Each destination frame side by side. ## Social Frames for phones, feeds, and YouTube. Swatch order: **Instagram · TikTok · Pinterest · YouTube**. ### Instagram Feed · 4:5 (1080×1350) ![Same show exported as Instagram 4:5 (1080×1350)](https://316881897-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F6lG8Zi4VdmddHJ8jUOT5%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-28499a8065398365fa5caa8f7510f03c7555e693%2Fformat-instagram.jpg?alt=media) ### TikTok Reels · Shorts · 9:16 (1080×1920) ![Same show exported as TikTok 9:16 (1080×1920)](https://316881897-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F6lG8Zi4VdmddHJ8jUOT5%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-72fac5806ed28863844fc39bd279042eec65eff7%2Fformat-tiktok.jpg?alt=media) ### Pinterest Pin · 2:3 (1000×1500) ![Same show exported as Pinterest 2:3 (1000×1500)](https://316881897-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F6lG8Zi4VdmddHJ8jUOT5%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-8a6d8c2585ec3b5f5a2ccc008c0c5f687370194d%2Fformat-pinterest.jpg?alt=media) ### YouTube TV · 16:9 (1920×1080, default) ![Same show exported as YouTube 16:9 (1920×1080)](https://316881897-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F6lG8Zi4VdmddHJ8jUOT5%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-0b448a7630267172db3831408f300a0ddc6e6a30%2Fformat-youtube.jpg?alt=media) ## Classic Wider stages: TV, photo print, square post, cinema ribbon. ### Classic 4:3 (1440×1080) ![Same show exported as Classic 4:3 (1440×1080)](https://316881897-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F6lG8Zi4VdmddHJ8jUOT5%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-cf2610fd2d9d9ce98b5fd74a5298b4be8e521299%2Fformat-classic.jpg?alt=media) ### Photo 3:2 (1620×1080) ![Same show exported as Photo 3:2 (1620×1080)](https://316881897-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F6lG8Zi4VdmddHJ8jUOT5%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-ff5f1fec12c709533c5356771b507416676d318d%2Fformat-photo.jpg?alt=media) ### Square Post · 1:1 (1080×1080) ![Same show exported as Square 1:1 (1080×1080)](https://316881897-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F6lG8Zi4VdmddHJ8jUOT5%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-a1af4bcad41e9e4ddefc184f09c09579efe2c512%2Fformat-square.jpg?alt=media) ### Cinema 21:9 (2560×1080) ![Same show exported as Cinema 21:9 (2560×1080)](https://316881897-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F6lG8Zi4VdmddHJ8jUOT5%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-08c761282b9a39a154653c9f292926d5cfdcd072%2Fformat-cinema.jpg?alt=media) ## Social Safe **Social Safe** is an export mode for tall frames. It reduces empty bars by filling with soft stage color and keeping photos and captions inside the crop. **Format** tab (Inspector → **Format**) controls the **live preview** when Social Safe is on. ![Format tab: Social Safe checkbox so the preview matches the share crop](https://316881897-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F6lG8Zi4VdmddHJ8jUOT5%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-46fb0ce8d05951c6b4ea246efb43ef580f686a05%2Finspector-format-social-safe.png?alt=media) **Export Movie** applies Social Safe to **this file only**. It does not change the live preview swatch. You can compose in YouTube 16:9 on **Format**, then export TikTok 9:16 with Social Safe in the export dialog. ![Export Movie: Social Safe keeps photos and captions inside the frame](https://316881897-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F6lG8Zi4VdmddHJ8jUOT5%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-71d526a8121faead9b96bed8f65ff1eb09c993eb%2Fexport-social-safe.png?alt=media) Social Safe turns **on** automatically for **9:16**, **4:5**, and **2:3**. It stays **off** for Square, 16:9, and other Classic frames unless you turn it on. ## Export Movie Toolbar **Export** or **File → Export Movie…** (**⌘E**). ![Export Movie: Instagram-first Social swatches, folder chip, Compact→Best, Screensaver](https://316881897-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F6lG8Zi4VdmddHJ8jUOT5%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-43f3ad3979b81bdf3d0dc7945709112a975b9da5%2Fexport-dialog.png?alt=media) * **Save As**: filename; folder chip (click to choose). Default name uses title text, then project name, then **Untitled Memory**. File type: `.mp4`. * **Format**: swatches for **this encode** (does not change live preview) * **Resolution**: **1080p** (default) or **4K**. 4K takes much longer. **Cinema (21:9)** has no 4K option. If memory is low, 4K may ask you to close apps or use 1080p. * **Social Safe**: same as on **Format** * **Quality**: **Compact**, **Share**, **High**, **Best** (**Share** default). **Studio** also shows Mbps. * **Frame Rate**: **30** or **60** * **Screensaver**: see below The footer shows projected size and duration. Click **Export**. Toolbar shows **Creating memory…** and percent. Editing pauses (*Edits paused while creating memory*). Export waits if music is still loading. You get an H.264 MP4. The `.memorystring` project stays editable. Preview with **Space** before export. ## Screensaver Check **Screensaver** when the file should loop on a Mac display, not for sharing with sound. * **No audio** * **Skips the opening card** * **Fades to stage color** at start and end (Dark or Light). No branded end hold * Needs at least one photo or video * Per project. Turning it on sets **1080p / 30 / Share**; you can change those After export: drop the file into **System Settings → Wallpaper** and add the folder as a screensaver. ## The MemoryString credit Every normal movie ends with a short hold and a **Created with MemoryString** mark (name + logo). There is no toggle to turn it off. The app is free. For a loop with no end card, use **Screensaver**. ## Before you export * Preview with **Space** and scrub for timing. * Confirm music rights for imported audio. * Check format matches where you will post. * **⌘S** to save the project. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. 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