Ripple Editing Mode
Ripple editing automatically adjusts audio timing when you change frame durations.
What is Ripple Editing?
When enabled, changing a frame's duration will:
- Push or pull subsequent audio clips
- Maintain relative sync positions
- Keep your mix aligned with video
Enabling Ripple Edit
Toggle the Ripple Edit button in the timeline controls:
- 🔗 Enabled - Audio shifts with frame changes
- 🔓 Disabled - Audio stays in place
When to Use It
Enable ripple edit when:
- Audio is synced to specific frames
- You're adjusting pacing
- You want to maintain relative timing
Disable ripple edit when:
- Audio is at fixed timecodes
- You're doing fine adjustments
- Music should stay at specific points
Example
Frame 3 is 5 seconds. You change it to 7 seconds.
With ripple edit ON:
- All audio after frame 3 shifts right by 2 seconds
- Voiceover for frame 4 stays synced
With ripple edit OFF:
- Audio stays at original positions
- May need manual adjustment
Locking Tracks
You can lock specific audio clips from ripple:
- Select the audio clip
- Click the lock icon
- Locked clips don't move during ripple
Use this for:
- Music that should hit specific timecode
- Sound effects at fixed positions