How can I set Default Mask Creation Mode to "Frame" Instead of "Clip" in Premiere Pro 26

Hello Adobe Team and Community,

In Premiere Pro version 26 (2026 release), the new masking system introduced Clip mode and Frame mode for masks (especially useful with the updated Object Mask, Shape Masks, etc.).

When I create a new mask (using Pen tool, Ellipse, Rectangle, or Object Mask), it always defaults to Clip mode. For my workflow — which involves a lot of manual keyframing, frame-by-frame adjustments, and precise animation of mask paths — Frame mode is much more practical and what I need 90% of the time.

Right now, every single time I draw a new mask, I have to immediately switch from Clip to Frame mode in the Program Monitor (or wherever the toggle is). This adds unnecessary clicks and slows down the editing process, especially on projects with dozens of animated masks.

I checked Preferences, Keyboard Shortcuts, and the official help docs, but I couldn't find any option to change the default mask creation mode to Frame instead of Clip.

Feature request / question: Is there a hidden preference, workflow trick, or upcoming update that allows setting Frame mode as the default when creating new masks? If not, could Adobe please consider adding this as a user preference in a future update? (Something like "Default new mask mode: Clip / Frame" in Preferences > General or Masks section would be perfect.)

Thanks in advance for any info or workarounds! This small change would save a ton of time for users who do detailed roto/mask animation work.