How do you copy transitions in Final Cut Pro?

You can easily copy transitions in Final Cut Pro using the standard copy-paste function.

Steps to Copy Transitions in Final Cut Pro:

Here's a detailed breakdown of how to copy and paste transitions:

1. Select the Transition:

   • In your Final Cut Pro timeline, click on the transition you want to copy. This will highlight the transition, indicating it's selected.

2. Copy the Transition:

   • You can copy the transition in one of two ways:
     • Using the Menu: Go to Edit in the menu bar and select Copy.
     • Using the Keyboard Shortcut: Press Command-C.

3. Select the Destination Edit Point:

   • Click on the edge of a clip (also known as an edit point) where you want to paste the copied transition. This indicates the target location for the transition.

4. Paste the Transition:

   • Paste the copied transition using one of these methods:
     • Using the Menu: Go to Edit in the menu bar and select Paste.
     • Using the Keyboard Shortcut: Press Command-V.

The transition will now be applied at the selected edit point.

Quick Summary Table

Step	Action	Method
1	Select the transition in the timeline	Click on the transition.
2	Copy the transition	Edit > Copy or Command-C
3	Select the edge of a clip (edit point)	Click the edge of the clip where you want to paste the transition.
4	Paste the transition	Edit > Paste or Command-V

This method allows you to quickly replicate transitions throughout your project, saving you time and effort.