# timelineTime(_:fromInputTime:) Converts from input time of the filter’s image input to timeline time. ``` func timelineTime(_ timelineTime: UnsafeMutablePointer!, fromInputTime time: CMTime) ``` ## Parameters `timelineTime` The converted time, in `CMTime`. `time` The input’s time, in `CMTime`. ## Discussion In Motion, this timeline time and input time are always equal. In Final Cut Pro, this will provides the calculated timeline time for any given input time. For more information about how to handle time conversion, see [Understanding time in FxPlug](/documentation/Professional-Video-Applications/understanding-time-in-fxplug). --- Copyright © 2026 Apple Inc. All rights reserved. | [Terms of Use](https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/terms/site.html) | [Privacy Policy](https://www.apple.com/privacy/privacy-policy)