Final Cut Lesson 4: Trimming Clip Duration
Questions concerning the content of Lesson 4 from the "Final Cut Pro 7 Professional Editing" book. For some questions, more than one answer is possible.
- 1.
What does turning off linked selection in the Timeline do?
- A.
"Unlinks" the selection.
- B.
It makes the clip go dark, disabling it.
- C.
It moves the In or Out edit points to the playhead.
- D.
It allows you to select and trim one track of a linked clip.
Correct Answer
D. It allows you to select and trim one track of a linked clip.Explanation
Turning off linked selection in the Timeline allows you to select and trim one track of a linked clip. This means that when linked selection is turned off, you can choose to edit or modify a specific track within a clip without affecting the other tracks that are linked to it. It gives you more control and flexibility in editing individual tracks within a linked clip.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What does the RIpple tool do when you use it for trimming?
- A.
It rips the content from track to another.
- B.
It ripples the trim amount through the unlocked tracks in the sequence.
- C.
It trims the content from one track to another.
- D.
It snaps to the playhead.
Correct Answer
B. It ripples the trim amount through the unlocked tracks in the sequence.Explanation
The Ripple tool, when used for trimming, ripples the trim amount through the unlocked tracks in the sequence. This means that when you make a trim to a clip on one track, the Ripple tool automatically adjusts the adjacent clips on other tracks to maintain the overall duration of the sequence. It essentially shifts the content of the unlocked tracks to accommodate the trim, ensuring that the sequence remains in sync.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What is the keyboard shortcut to select the Ripple tool?
- A.
Pressing E selects the Ripple tool.
- B.
Pressing Shift+P selects the Ripple tool.
- C.
Pressing RR selects the Ripple tool.
- D.
Pressing PP selects the Ripple tool.
Correct Answer
C. Pressing RR selects the Ripple tool.Explanation
The keyboard shortcut "RR" selects the Ripple tool.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What keys can you use as shortcuts to ripple a clip's edit point by a few frames?
- A.
[ and ]
- B.
J and L keys
- C.
{ and } keys
- D.
< and >
Correct Answer(s)
A. [ and ]
D. < and >Explanation
The keys [ and ] can be used as shortcuts to ripple a clip's edit point by a few frames. These keys allow the user to move the edit point of a clip forward or backward in time, while automatically adjusting the surrounding clips to maintain the overall duration of the sequence. This feature is commonly used in video editing software to make precise adjustments to the timing of clips without affecting the overall length of the sequence.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What is one advantage of trimming a clip in the Viewer?
- A.
You can use the Ripple tool.
- B.
You can view material outside the In and Out points.
- C.
Audio Waveforms are easier to manipulate.
- D.
The Viewer allows you to view the selected clip.
Correct Answer
B. You can view material outside the In and Out points.Explanation
By trimming a clip in the Viewer, you can view material outside the In and Out points. This means that you can see additional footage before or after the selected portion of the clip. This can be advantageous as it allows you to have a better understanding of the context and continuity of the surrounding footage, helping you make more informed decisions when editing.Rate this question:
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- 6.
How can you disable a single clip in the sequence?
- A.
Command-click the clip in the sequence and deselect Clip Enable in the shortcut menu.
- B.
Control-click the clip in the sequence and select Clip Enable in the shortcut menu.
- C.
Control-click the clip in the sequence and deselect Clip Enable in the shortcut menu.
- D.
Command-click the clip in the sequence and select Clip Enable in the shortcut menu.
Correct Answer
C. Control-click the clip in the sequence and deselect Clip Enable in the shortcut menu.Explanation
To disable a single clip in the sequence, you need to control-click the clip in the sequence and then deselect Clip Enable in the shortcut menu. This means that by right-clicking (or control-clicking) on the clip, a menu will appear, and from that menu, you should choose the option to disable the clip by unchecking the Clip Enable option.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What tools can you use to drag an edit point in the Timeline?
- A.
Slide tool
- B.
Roll tool
- C.
Ripple tool
- D.
Selection tool
Correct Answer(s)
C. Ripple tool
D. Selection toolExplanation
The Ripple tool and Selection tool can be used to drag an edit point in the Timeline. The Ripple tool allows you to move an edit point while automatically adjusting the adjacent clips to maintain the overall duration of the sequence. The Selection tool allows you to select and move individual clips or groups of clips in the Timeline without affecting the surrounding clips. Both tools are commonly used in video editing to rearrange and adjust the timing of clips in the timeline.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What is the keyboard shortcut for extending an edit?
- A.
The E key extends the edit.
- B.
The < key extends the edit.
- C.
The X key extends the edit.
- D.
The > key extends the edit.
Correct Answer
A. The E key extends the edit.Explanation
The correct answer is the E key extends the edit. This means that pressing the E key on the keyboard will allow the user to continue editing or extending a certain action or selection. The other options, such as the < key, the X key, and the > key, do not have the same function of extending an edit.Rate this question:
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- 9.
How do you reposition a clip to an upper Timeline track without moving it horizontally?
- A.
Hold down the Shift key as you drag.
- B.
Select the clip and press Option-Up Arrow or Option-Down Arrow.
- C.
Copy and paste the clip in the new track.
- D.
Select the clip and press [ or ].
Correct Answer(s)
A. Hold down the Shift key as you drag.
B. Select the clip and press Option-Up Arrow or Option-Down Arrow.Explanation
To reposition a clip to an upper Timeline track without moving it horizontally, you can either hold down the Shift key as you drag the clip, or select the clip and press Option-Up Arrow or Option-Down Arrow. Both of these methods allow you to move the clip vertically without affecting its horizontal position on the timeline.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What is the advantage of editing on the V2 track?
- A.
It allows you to shorten a clip without rippling the other clips in the sequence.
- B.
It allows you to toggle the Clip Enable function in the shortcut menu.
- C.
It allows you to lengthen a clip without bumping into a bordering clip on either side.
- D.
It allows you to use the Blade tool without cutting through audio clips.
Correct Answer
C. It allows you to lengthen a clip without bumping into a bordering clip on either side.Explanation
The advantage of editing on the V2 track is that it allows you to lengthen a clip without bumping into a bordering clip on either side. This means that you can extend the duration of a clip without affecting the timing or placement of other clips in the sequence.Rate this question:
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- 11.
From what TNT series have you been editing footage from?
- A.
"Lemurs"
- B.
"Lexington"
- C.
"Languish"
- D.
"Leverage"
Correct Answer
D. "Leverage"Explanation
The correct answer is "Leverage." This answer is correct because the question asks about the TNT series from which the footage has been edited, and "Leverage" is the only option that matches this criteria. The other options ("Lemurs," "Lexington," "Languish") are not TNT series and therefore cannot be the correct answer.Rate this question:
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