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What is a marker?

A marker is a tool used in video or audio editing to tag specific points in the timeline, helping editors reference or navigate key moments during the editing process. Markers help organize complex edits so they’re easier to navigate.

How do markers assist us in video editing?

Markers help identify specific points in the timeline, making it easier to navigate, organize, and reference key moments for precise edits.

How do I add markers in a video?

In most video editing software, place the playhead at the desired position and press the marker tool or shortcut (usually "M") to add a marker to the timeline.

How to add markers on Riverside

  • Join a recording session on Riverside.
  • During recording, click the “M” key on your keyboard or the marker button in the recording interface.
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  • After recording, markers will appear as blue dots on the timeline.
  • Use markers to quickly jump to key moments in the editor.

What markers look like in a clip

Markers appear as blue dots above the timeline, indicating key moments for easy reference.

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