Renaming a file (clip or project) in Final Cut Pro is done directly within the application's browser window.
In Final Cut Pro, you typically rename clips or projects within the browser, rather than the original media files on your computer's hard drive. This helps keep your library organized within the application.
The steps vary slightly depending on whether your browser is set to Filmstrip view or List view.
Renaming in Filmstrip View
Filmstrip view displays your clips and projects as sequences of thumbnails.
- Click the name of the clip or project you want to rename.
- Immediately type a new name. The name will become editable after the first click.
Renaming in List View
List view displays your clips and projects in a detailed list format, often with columns for metadata.
- Click the name of the clip or project you want to rename.
- Press the Return key on your keyboard. This action makes the name editable.
- Type a new name.
Tip: In both views, you can often select multiple items and use the Modify > Rename Clips... or Modify > Rename Projects... command to rename them based on various criteria, but for a single item, the direct click-and-type method is fastest.
Summary of Renaming Steps
Here's a quick overview of the process based on the browser view:
| Browser View | Action 1 | Action 2 | Action 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Filmstrip | Click the name | Type new name | (No Action) |
| List | Click the name | Press Return | Type new name |
This method allows you to easily customize the labels for your assets and sequences within your Final Cut Pro libraries, making project management more efficient.
