Ways to customize keyboard shortcuts, Learning about the keyboard layout window – Apple Final Cut Pro 7 User Manual
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In the Open dialog, navigate to the location where the window layout is located, select
it, then click Open.
Ways to Customize Keyboard Shortcuts
You can customize the way you work in Final Cut Pro by setting up keyboard shortcuts
for many commands. The default keyboard shortcuts appear to the right of the command
name in menus and in tooltips.
When you customize the keyboard, you can:
• Change default keyboard shortcuts: You can customize the keyboard to override the
default keyboard shortcuts for individual commands or for the entire keyboard layout.
This lets you set up keyboard shortcuts based on your preferred set of keys and work
style. You can also set up the keyboard so that it uses the same keyboard shortcuts
used in other applications you may be familiar with.
• Load and save keyboard layouts: Once you set up your keyboard shortcuts, you can save
your keyboard layout for use in another system or for archiving (in case you have to
reinstall your software at a later point). You can also load a layout that someone else
has set up. These options are useful if you are working on multiple computers or with
several editors on a team. You can also save documents that list commands and their
keyboard equivalents, providing you with a useful online or print reference guide.
• Create shortcut buttons: You can create shortcut buttons corresponding to commands
and place them at the top of the major windows in Final Cut Pro. This lets you use a
one-button click, instead of a key combination, to perform commands in that window.
You can rearrange, organize, copy, and move buttons between windows, allowing for
even more customization of the interface.
Learning About the Keyboard Layout Window
The Keyboard Layout window allows you to view current keyboard shortcuts, set up
custom keyboard shortcuts, and search for keyboard shortcuts by function or menu item.
To open the Keyboard Layout window
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Choose Tools > Keyboard Layout > Customize (or press Option-H).
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Customizing the Interface