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Final Cut Pro

Create a new compound clip

OptionG

Mac Desktop app Final Cut Pro for Mac

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To create a new compound clip in Final Cut Pro, press Option + G. It is listed for the Mac.

Where it works: Timeline

Where this comes from

Keyboard shortcuts in Final Cut Pro for Mac - Apple Support

Documentation checked on 2026-09-14. That is a documentation review, not a test run inside the application.

More Final Cut Pro shortcuts

Nudge the selection one unit left ,
Nudge the selection one unit right .
Overwrite at the playhead D
Paste as a connected clip Option + V
Paste at the playhead Cmd + V
Rename the selected timeline clip Ctrl + Cmd + R
Replace the timeline clip with the browser selection Shift + R
Select every clip Cmd + A

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