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DaVinci Resolve

Blade Tool (Razor Cut) Shortcut in DaVinci Resolve

Ctrl
B
What It Does

Instantly cuts the clip at the playhead's current position across all active auto-select tracks without changing tools.

Pro Workflow Insight

This is the absolute fastest way to chop up footage in DaVinci Resolve. It eliminates the friction of switching tools back and forth, keeping you in a pure flow state.

Step-by-Step

Move your playhead to the desired edit point and press Ctrl + B (Windows) or Cmd + B (Mac). Unlike pressing 'B' to switch to the blade tool, this shortcut makes the cut instantly while keeping your primary selection arrow active.

Time Saved

2s per

Estimated time saved with each use of this shortcut.


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