Is the only way to copy a clip by using the copy and paste functions within the edit menu?

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Sometimes
• D. Not possible.

Answer: (B)

Copying a clip isn’t limited to the Copy/Paste commands in the Edit menu. DaVinci Resolve provides several quick ways to duplicate clips, so you don’t have to rely only on that menu path. For example, you can duplicate by holding Alt (Option on Mac) and dragging the clip to a new location on the timeline to create an instant copy. You can also use keyboard shortcuts: select the clip, press Ctrl+C (Cmd+C on Mac) to copy, then move to where you want the copy and press Ctrl+V (Cmd+V) to paste. Another option is to right-click the clip and choose Copy, then Paste from the context menu. These alternatives show that copying a clip can be done through direct manipulation, keyboard shortcuts, or context menus—not just the Edit menu.