How to update the Stupid Raisins app

Want to make sure you’re running the latest version of the Stupid Raisins app? Here’s how to do it without breaking a sweat (or your plugins).

How to update from Version 1.1.5 and later:

1. Quit Final Cut Pro.
2. Open the Stupid Raisins app.
3. In the macOS menu bar, click Stupid Raisins and choose Check for Updates.
4. Click Install Update and follow the steps.
5. When it’s done, restart Final Cut Pro.

To make life easier next time, check the box that says “Automatically download and install future updates” before you hit Install Update. That way, you’ll always stay current without lifting a finger.

When the update finishes, click Install and Relaunch, then check for updates again to confirm you’re on the newest version.

How to update from Version 1.1.4 and earlier:

So… the auto-update feature in versions 1.1.4 and earlier is broken (oops). Don’t worry—here’s how to fix it and get back to editing faster than you can say “why do raisins exist?”

Step-by-step update guide

1. Quit Final Cut Pro.
   (Yes, even if you’re “just going to do this one quick thing.”)
2. Log out of and quit the Stupid Raisins app.
   This part’s super important. Logging out first helps your plug-ins behave when you reinstall.
3. Delete the old app.
   Open your Applications folder and drag the Stupid Raisins app to the trash.
4. Download the latest version: Stupid Raisins Download.
5. Install the new app, restart it, and log back in.
6. Reinstall your plug-ins and restart Final Cut Pro.
   You’ll need to reinstall your plug-ins, but it’s easy—just click “Install Plug-in” for each one.

Remember: log out of the Stupid Raisins app before you quit and delete it. That’s the key step that keeps your plug-ins manageable after reinstalling.

How to see which plug-ins you have installed before updating

If you don’t remember every plug-in you have installed (no judgment), here are two quick ways to check:

Option 1: In Final Cut Pro
Search in the Titles browser and scroll through your templates. Look for ones ending in “Pop”—like Cam Pop, Pep Pop, or Round Pop—and jot those down.

Option 2: In the Stupid Raisins app
Open the app, click My Library, and you’ll see every plug-in you’ve ever installed—whether you bought it, subscribed, or tried it out. Look for the Uninstall buttons to quickly spot what’s currently installed.

Once you’ve reinstalled, you’re all set to roll. Future updates (starting with 1.1.5) will install automatically again—so this should be a one-time fix.

And hey, thanks for rolling with the hiccup. I blame this one on the raisins.

And that’s it! You’re up to date and ready to get back to editing. If you run into any trouble, let me know and happy editing!