What is precision editor?

What is precision editor?

You can fine-tune the edit point between two clips in the timeline using the precision editor, which provides an expanded view of the clips on either side of the edit point as well as the unused portions of each clip.

How do I open precision editor?

To open the Precision Editor, do one of the following:

1. Click the Action button on any clip and choose Precision Editor from the menu (Figure 4.5).
2. If a transition appears between two clips, choose Precision Editor from the Action button that appears below the transition icon when you move your mouse pointer over it.

How do I get precision editor in iMovie?

In the iMovie app on your Mac, do one of the following:

1. Double-click the edge of a clip in the timeline.
2. Select the left or right edge of a clip in the timeline, and choose Window > Show Precision Editor. The precision editor appears, presenting an expanded view of your outgoing and incoming clips.

What is a handle in Final Cut Pro?

When you apply a transition to an edit point, Final Cut Pro attempts to use additional video from each of the clips to create the overlap. These additional (unused) sections of clips are called media handles. The media handle video may not be appropriate for use in a transition.

How do transitions work in Final Cut Pro?

Transitions require overlapping video from the clips on each side of the edit point. A one-second transition requires one second of video from the end of the left clip and one second of video from the start of the right clip.

Can you pay Final Cut Pro monthly?

The great thing about Final Cut Pro X is that it’s a one-time purchase. Unlike competing apps like Adobe Premiere and Avid Media Composer, which both charge monthly or yearly subscription fees, Final Cut Pro X can be purchased for a one-time fee of $299.