This article contains a tip on how to make smaller adjustments to the values of audio levels, keyframes, or graphical editing adjustments (such using the Ripple or Roll edit tools) by using the Command Key Modifier.

When adjusting audio levels, keyframe values, or edit points simply clicking and dragging on the appropriate graphical element will make a change. The value of the selected parameter will change according to how far the mouse is dragged. In most cases the default 1 to 1 sensitivity of this change will be fine, but this can be modified.

Figure 1 The Command Key

In cases where you require a more subtle adjustment than the default sensitivity to mouse movement will allow, pressing the Command modifier key while clicking and dragging on a graphical control will result in much smaller changes. This modifier key will work with any click and drag parameter change. See the examples below:

Figure 2 Performing a Roll edit with the Command key modifier. Notice how the edit point lags behind the cursor, indicating slower movement.

Figure 3 Bringing down the audio level of the "Mahaiy" clip to -15 dB by clicking and dragging on the red audio Clip Overlay

Figure 4 Adjusting the Keyframe of a Video Filter by clicking and dragging on a Keyframe