Mastering DaVinci Resolve Mac Keyboard Shortcuts

As a DaVinci Resolve user on a Mac, it's essential to know the various keyboard shortcuts that can streamline your workflow. In this article, we'll explore some of the most useful shortcuts for navigating the timeline, keyframes, and more.

Frame numbers in DaVinci Resolve start at 0, so if you see a frame number of 100, it actually corresponds to the 101st frame. A simple way to remember this is to include a colon (:) when entering a frame number. For instance, '100' is a frame number without colons, while '100:' includes the colon.

When working with timecode fields in DaVinci Resolve, you don't need to enter a full timecode value. The software will automatically generate one for you based on the project settings.

To scroll the timeline or keyframes horizontally using your mouse wheel (without requiring Magic Mouse or trackpad), make sure to use either of the following:

* Press Ctrl (or Command on Mac) to zoom in/out and change the time scale.

* Double-click a simple keyframe to toggle it between one second and none.

Double-clicking a regular keyframe curve/line will add or remove a keyframe. To lock the value and only change the time, hold Alt while dragging a keyframe. If you want to lock the time and change the value, hold Ctrl (or Command on Mac) while dragging.

When selecting multiple clips individually, use Ctrl (or Command on Mac) Shift, and click the last or first clip. To select a range of consecutive clips, click the first or last clip and then press and hold Multiple Selection in Playlist and Timeline.

In addition to these shortcuts, here are some other tips to keep in mind:

* Hold Ctrl (or Command on Mac) while dragging one side of a marker to temporarily lock its position without clicking.

* Double-click a fade in/out control circle to toggle it between one second and none.

* Press and hold Shift+Alt to skim or scrub/seek using the horizontal mouse wheel.

* On Linux, pressing Alt before dragging will have the same effect as on Mac.

Finally, while dragging shots or trimming, press and hold Alt to temporarily lock the position of the mouse cursor without clicking. This can be especially useful when working with multiple clips at once.

By mastering these DaVinci Resolve Mac keyboard shortcuts, you'll be able to work more efficiently and effectively, taking your video editing skills to the next level. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced editor, this article has provided valuable insights into streamlining your workflow and enhancing your overall productivity.

Davinci resolve mac keyboard shortcuts