What is a marker in Final Cut Pro used for?

A marker in Final Cut Pro serves as a visual reference that signals important points or events in the Timeline. These markers can help editors identify key moments, such as scene changes, important beats in the narrative, or sections that require attention during editing. By placing markers at specific locations in the Timeline, an editor can easily navigate to these points later, making the editing process more efficient.

The ability to label markers with color-coding or descriptive text enhances their functionality, allowing for organization and easy identification of crucial elements within a project. This feature is especially useful in larger projects where the timeline can become complex and densely packed with various clips and edits.

In contrast, the other options focus on different aspects of the editing process that do not pertain to the role of markers in marking significant points of interest within the Timeline.