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How to Navigate & Use the PFS Installer

3 min. readlast update: 05.04.2026

Getting Started with the PFS Installer

This guide walks you through downloading, installing, and using the PFS Installer, as well as managing your plugins and account.

Download the PFS Installer

To get started, download the latest version of the PFS Installer from our official page:

https://pixelfilmstudios.com/installer/

Install the PFS Installer

  1. Open the downloaded .dmg file
  2. In the window that appears, drag PFSInstaller into the Applications folder shortcut
  3. Close the window and eject the DMG from Finder

You can now find the app here:
Macintosh HD → Applications → PFSInstaller

Launch and Log In

  • Open the PFS Installer from your Applications folder
  • Log in using your Pixel Film Studios account email and password

If you signed up using Apple or Google:

  • Use your App Login Key, located in your account dashboard on the Pixel Film Studios website

Install Your Products

All purchased products can be found in the My Products tab on the left side of the installer.

Installing plugins:

  • Click Install next to any product to begin installation
  • A progress bar will show the installation status
  • Once installed, you’ll see options to Uninstall or Reinstall

Finding your plugins in Final Cut Pro:

Each product lists where it installs (Titles, Effects, Generators, Transitions).
Use this as a reference to locate your plugin inside FinalCut Pro after installation.

Single vs. Multi-Download Products

  • Single download: Displays a file size under the product name
  • Multi-download (Mega Pack): Click Open to view and install individual items inside the pack

Tips for finding products:

  • Use the search bar at the top
  • Scroll through your product list

Composite Downloads

Composite files install separately from plugins and do not appear inside Final Cut Pro.

They are stored here:
Macintosh HD → Users → [Your User] → Movies → PFS Composite

Learn more about composites:

Uninstall or Update Plugins

Uninstall a plugin:

  • Click Uninstall next to the installed product

Update a plugin:

  • If an update is available, an Update button will appear
  • If needed, you can uninstall and reinstall to get the latest version

Final Cut Pro Tutorials

The FCP Tutorials section inside the installer provides access to a full library of tutorial videos.
These cover everything from basic setup to advanced editing techniques.

Account Settings

Access the Account tab for the following features:

Personal Information

View your username and account email

Change Password

Update your password securely

Sessions

Sign out of other active devices

App Information

View your current installer version

Install Locations (Show in Finder)

Quickly access key folders used by the installer:

  • Motion Templates
  • FxPlug
  • Fonts
  • Composites
  • Plugin folders
  • Log files

These may be requested by support for troubleshooting.

FxRun (Fix Red Screen Issues)

If you see a red screen in Final Cut Pro:

  1. Close Final Cut Pro
  2. Scroll to FxRun in the Account tab
  3. Click Run
  4. Wait for the process to complete
  5. Reopen Final Cut Pro and check your plugins

Log Out

Click the Log Out button at the bottom of the installer to sign out of your account.

Need More Help?

If you run into any issues while using the PFS Installer, our support team is available to assist:

Email Support
support@pixelfilmstudios.com

Submit a Support Ticket
https://bit.ly/PFS-Submit-A-Ticket

Include details such as your account email, product name, and any screenshots to help us resolve your issue.

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