Tired of clips snapping into place or shifting others on the timeline when you just want to reposition one? In this quick video, I’ll show you how to move a clip without moving others in Final Cut Pro for iPad by using Position Mode—your key to turning off the Magnetic Timeline.

This feature gives mobile editors the freedom to place clips exactly where they want, making it ideal for precise editing, VFX timing, or building complex sequences. If you’re editing on the go with Apple’s iPad, learning this tool will seriously boost your workflow.

Perfect for mobile filmmakers, content creators, and anyone using Final Cut Pro on iPad to create high-quality videos with full control.