Final Cut Pro Power Tips

Chapter 5

Advanced Editing

Introduction

This chapter looks at a variety of advanced techniques that supplement traditional editing and trimming, including several that are unique to Final Cut. You may not need these very often, but it is helpful to know what they are and how they work. Why? Because they can save time, simplify editing, and make your projects look better.

• Definitions

• Ingenious Techniques

• Compound Clips

• Multicam Editing

• Closed Captions

• Color Basics

• Video Scopes

• Shortcuts

Definitions for This Chapter

• Angle. One layer (track) within a multicam clip. Angles can hold multiple clips.

• Audition. A group of clips that you preview ...