Drag and drop clips on the timeline without overwriting

Question

So the question is, is there a way to set it so I can move one clip on top of another without overwriting it but rather moving it further in the timeline by default without the need of holding down modifier keys?

Kevin J. Monahan Jr. · Accepted Answer

Hi @John28850210ubid,Thanks for the question. Here are the rules of thumb regarding an Overwrite and an Insert Edit (what you described in your post):To perform an Insert or Overwrite edit by dragging a clip to the Program panel, do the following: Drag-and-drop to overwrite edit (default drag, no modifier). Drag-and-drop to Insert edit (hold down Command/Ctrl key modifier). You must use a modifier for an Insert Edit, sorry about that. More info: https://helpx.adobe.com/premiere-pro/using/adding-clips-sequences.html Thanks,Kevin

mistfall · Answer

Wow.  "You'll get used to it" is a disppointing response.  I have spent many hours re-doing work that I've accidently over-written when I drag new clips onto the timeline.  I wish there there was a preference setting that would ask "are you certain you wish to overwrite the clip on Track n?  Yes/No". With a "do not ask again" check box for the pros who apparently need to drag things over existing clips and always remember to hold down the command key.

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