Transfer GoPro Files Using an SD Card
The easiest method of copying files from the GoPro to your Mac is to use an SD card. The caveat to this method is that you need to buy a micro SD card reader. If you have a Mac that has only USB-C ports, you need to purchase a micro SD card reader that can connect via USB-C. Here’s how this method works:
Transfer GoPro Files Using Image Capture
The Mac operating system includes Image Capture, a piece of software that gives you access to the GoPro. You need a USB-C cable to connect the GoPro to the Mac. Here’s how to make this happen:
Transfer GoPro Files With GoPro Quik
GoPro has its own solution called Quik. The free software is installed in the same way you install any app on the Mac—download the file and double-click to begin the installation process. After it is installed, follow these steps to import the files from the GoPro: When the import is complete, you can find the files in the Movies folder, ready to be used. Close Quik and unplug the GoPro from the Mac.
Time to Make Magic
You now have the files copied from the GoPro camera to your Mac. Open those files in your editor of choice to make video magic.
