Final Cut Pro Certification Practice Test

What function changes the skimmer to an "audio solo" skimmer?

1. Clip Skimming

2. Audio Mixing

3. Solo Mode

4. Audio Skimming

The correct answer is: Clip Skimming

The function that changes the skimmer to an "audio solo" skimmer is known as "Solo Mode." This feature allows users to isolate and hear audio from a single clip, effectively muting all other audio tracks or clips within the timeline. When engaged, the skimmer will only play back the audio associated with the clip that is currently being skimmed, facilitating focused audio editing and mixing. The first choice, "Clip Skimming," refers to the general ability to skim both video and audio clips but does not specifically target audio playback. While it helps with navigating through clips, it does not activate the specific solo audio playback function. "Audio Mixing" involves controlling levels, effects, and placement within the overall audio environment but does not directly manage the skimming behavior. "Audio Skimming" allows for the playback of audio while skimming video clips, but it does not restrict the audio to a single clip. Thus, "Solo Mode" is the precise function for shifting the focus entirely to one audio clip during the skimming process.