If you’ve ever felt lost navigating your timeline while marking ranges in Final Cut Pro, you’re not alone. Quickly moving between your In and Out points is essential for efficient editing—but scrolling or scrubbing through a crowded timeline can be a serious time sink. There’s a simple solution: the Shift-O shortcut.
What Does Shift-O Do in Final Cut Pro?
The Shift-O keyboard shortcut instantly jumps your playhead to the Range End (your Out point) in the timeline. As soon as you’ve set a range—either by using the I and O keys to mark an In and Out, or just by selecting a clip—pressing Shift-O takes you directly to the end of that segment, no scrolling or searching required.
If you want to jump back to the Range Start, just use Shift-I!
Why Shift-O is a Game Changer for Editors
- Fast Navigation: No need to manually drag through your timeline searching for that elusive Out point. Jump there immediately and stay focused on your edit
- Works with Any Marked Range: Whether you manually select a segment (press I for In and O for Out) or simply select a clip, Shift-O will move you to the very end of your chosen range
- Combine with Playback Controls: Take your editing further—combine Shift-O with playback shortcuts like J (reverse), K (pause), L (forward), or the slash (/) key to play your selection. This lets you quickly preview or review your marked range without leaving your workflow
How to Use Shift-O
- Mark Your Range: Use I and O to set your In and Out points, or select a clip for an instant range
- Press Shift-O: Instantly, your playhead jumps to the Out point
- Edit Efficiently: Trim, add transitions, effects, or just quickly check your edit at the Range End
Want to go to the beginning of the range? Use Shift-I! And for even smoother workflow, combine Shift-O with playback shortcuts to quickly review your selections.
Shift-O is a small shortcut that makes a huge difference. It helps you find your place—fast—so you can focus on what matters: creative, efficient editing. Next time you’re marking ranges in Final Cut Pro, use Shift-O (and Shift-I) to move through your timeline at lightning speed.
