Final Cut Pro Certification Practice Test

What does the "Duplicate Project as Snapshot" command do?

1. Creates a version that links to the original project

2. Locks the project in its current state

3. Generates a live copy that auto-updates

4. Mirror copies all clips in the project

The correct answer is: Locks the project in its current state

The "Duplicate Project as Snapshot" command in Final Cut Pro takes a snapshot of the current state of the project at the moment the command is executed. This means that it creates a new version of the project that is independent and locked in its current form, preserving the edits, arrangements, and any other modifications that were made prior to executing the command. This snapshot does not link back to the original project, meaning any changes made to the original project will not affect the duplicated snapshot, ensuring that the user's work at that point in time is protected and can be referred back to or used as a reference without the risk of unintended alterations. This function is particularly useful for maintaining versions of a project at various stages of development, allowing for safe experimentation with new edits or effects without losing the work already done in the original project.