Containers for easy replacement, relinking, tool secrets, and the Timeline Index — wowsers! Planning for change by using containers is a smart idea, but if it’s too late, there are still ways to rescue yourself. When a client is over your shoulder and a clip’s just not landing where you want it to, the Position tool will get you out of trouble, and the Timeline Index can help you to track down all the copyright-laden clips you know are there but can’t find by skimming. These are the controls that avoid disasters, and if you’re working with clients for money, you should make them part of your future.

This is the end of Part 2, so you must know how to edit by now. Right? Maybe, maybe not. Editing is far more of an art than a science, and this book’s focus is on learning about Final Cut Pro, not editing. There are many books and online tutorials that can help you grow as an editor, and there are many different ways you could specialize...