Final Cut Pro Certification Practice Test

Which command allows manual adjustment of the sync of audio and video within a clip?

1. Get Info

2. Open in Timeline

3. Detach Audio

4. Adjust Sync

The correct answer is: Open in Timeline

The command that allows for manual adjustment of the sync of audio and video within a clip is “Open in Timeline.” When selecting a clip and choosing to open it in the timeline, you gain access to visual elements and audio waveforms. This interface provides a detailed view that enables precise adjustments between audio and video tracks. You can drag the audio or video clips independently to achieve the desired synchronization, giving you fine control over how they align. In contrast, while "Get Info" provides metadata and technical specifications about the clip, it doesn’t offer functionalities for adjusting sync. “Detach Audio” separates the audio track from the video, which allows for some flexibility, but it does not directly adjust sync; instead, it simply allows the user to manipulate the audio and video as separate entities. “Adjust Sync” is a specific term that might suggest synchronization tools, but in the context of Final Cut Pro, the actual command used to manipulate the sync is accomplished by accessing the timeline and using the editing capabilities therein.