FXPX 10.6.5 how do I ripple delete a clip from timeline?

[HDFan]

The FCP help says to ripple delete a clip in the timeline you select it and delete it. When I do that it doesn't ripple - I get a hole in the time line.

How can I do a ripple delete of a clip in the timeline?

 

[R S K]

That "hole" is called a "gap clip". The only reason that would happen is if you had the position tool selected (for whatever reason). Tap A and try again.

OR you're not using the ⌫ key but rather the ⌦ key.

 

[HDFan]

Thanks. Chose the "Select" tool. Same thing with either of the delete keys. Edit delete (not replace with gap) does the same thing.

 

[ColdCase]

Have you tried restarting your Mac?

 

[HDFan]

Have you tried restarting your Mac?

Yes. No change.

 

[HDFan]

Thanks all. Ripple deletes only work when the clips are in a storyline. Added storyline and ripple now works.

 

[R S K]

Wait… you were talking about connected clips? 🤦🏼‍♂️

A "minor" detail you might have wanted to share.