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Ripple Mode

Ripple mode operates differently from the other two modes in that it does not have a specific mode button on the Storyboard window toolbar. As Ripple mode is used for the sole purpose of creating or closing a gap in the timeline, Ripple mode is accessed by physically moving one of your clips while pressing the Shift key.
   
   
   

Here's an example of how you can create a gap in the timeline. Select a specific clip, place the Position bar on the timeline where you want the new In position of the storyclip to be and then press Shift + F5.

      

Here's an example of how you can close a gap:

   


Tips & Notes

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·	You can also delete gaps in Film mode by selecting them with your mouse and pressing the delete key. To delete all gaps quickly, use the Compact button described in Storyboard Buttons and Fields.

·	F5 is the shortcut key for moving storyclips, for more see 5.7 Editing Tools.

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