Middle mouse to navigate the timeline

Hi @Luiza_W9122 , here's the code to include Photoshop. Let me know if you have trouble getting it to work. 🙂

{
    "description": "Middle mouse button triggers H, holds left click, then V in Premiere Pro 24,25 & Photoshop",
    "manipulators": [
        {
            "conditions": [
                {
                    "bundle_identifiers": [
                        "^com\\.adobe\\.PremierePro\\.24$",
                        "^com\\.adobe\\.PremierePro\\.25$",
                        "^com\\.adobe\\.Photoshop$"
                    ],
                    "type": "frontmost_application_if"
                }
            ],
            "from": { "pointing_button": "button3" },
            "to": [
                {
                    "key_code": "h",
                    "lazy": true
                },
                { "pointing_button": "button1" }
            ],
            "to_after_key_up": [
                {
                    "key_code": "v",
                    "lazy": true
                }
            ],
            "type": "basic"
        }
    ]
}

Hi! Thanks for the workaround! Wondering if you had a code for pan around images in Photoshop using the scroll wheel as well (just like in Illustrator)? Thanks 🙂

For Mac

More detailed method here:
https://community.adobe.com/t5/premiere-pro-ideas/feature-request-middle-mouse-time-line-scroll/idc-p/14922867#M17070

Found a solution via a free 3rd party app Karabiner-Elements. I can use my middle mouse to drag the timeline like in AE and Resolve.

Under the "Complex Modifications" tab, click on "Add your own rule"

{
    "description": "Middle mouse button triggers H, holds left click, then V in Premiere Pro 24,25 & Photoshop",
    "manipulators": [
        {
            "conditions": [
                {
                    "bundle_identifiers": [
                        "^com\\.adobe\\.PremierePro\\.24$",
                        "^com\\.adobe\\.PremierePro\\.25$",
                        "^com\\.adobe\\.Photoshop$"
                    ],
                    "type": "frontmost_application_if"
                }
            ],
            "from": { "pointing_button": "button3" },
            "to": [
                {
                    "key_code": "h",
                    "lazy": true
                },
                { "pointing_button": "button1" }
            ],
            "to_after_key_up": [
                {
                    "key_code": "v",
                    "lazy": true
                }
            ],
            "type": "basic"
        }
    ]
}

Hope this helps.

I have slightly streamlined the script, but can't seem to edit my original reply. Sorry about that.

#IfWinActive ahk_exe Adobe Premiere Pro.exe
MButton::
SendInput, {h}
SendInput, {LButton Down}
KeyWait, MButton
SendInput, {LButton Up}
SendInput, {v}
Return

Here's an AutoHotkey script if you're on a PC. Peace and love to all 👍

#IfWinActive ahk_exe Adobe Premiere Pro.exe
MButton::
SendInput, {h}
SendInput, {LButton Down}
KeyWait, MButton
SendInput, {h Up}
SendInput, {LButton Up}
SendInput, {v}
Return

he responses in the Adobe Community thread you shared seem to suggest a few key points regarding the use of the middle mouse button as a pan tool in Adobe Premiere Pro:

1. Native Support is Not Available: Adobe Premiere Pro does not natively support using the middle mouse button to pan like some other Adobe apps, such as After Effects. This has been a common request, but it hasn't been implemented yet.

2. Third-Party Solutions: Several users have recommended using third-party software like X-Mouse Button Control (for Windows) or SteerMouse (for Mac) to remap the middle mouse button to function as the hand tool in Premiere Pro. This approach allows you to simulate pressing the "H" key when clicking the middle mouse button, effectively giving you the desired panning behavior.

3. Workarounds: Some users prefer using existing shortcuts like holding down the spacebar to temporarily switch to the hand tool. While not as intuitive as a middle mouse button solution, it's a reliable method within Premiere Pro's current capabilities.

4. Ongoing Requests: The feature to use the middle mouse button for panning remains a popular request among users, but as of the latest updates, Adobe has not yet implemented this functionality natively.

Conclusion

The best current solution is to use third-party software to remap the middle mouse button or rely on existing keyboard shortcuts within Adobe Premiere Pro. If this is a crucial feature for you, keeping an eye on Adobe's updates or participating in the community to voice your request might help push for its implementation in future releases.

I have the same Request for 6 years, it look like adobe never listens to they users????

I have a similar thinking when I learn something from a tools which seems in the same logic, as a After Effects main user I don't get, why the functionality of the middle mouse is not enabled?
Back in After Effects when using the middle button I use it frequently with the "Alt" key to zoom in-out, which luckly Premiere Pro also have it. But I just realize if you instead "Alt"use "Shift", it became the hand tool just for the time you're pressing it. Not quite the thing you're looking for but I guess is better than switch permanently to another tool just for a quick pan.

Hi! nice to meet you
I also wanted to solve this problem, so I created a program myself!
If you use the plugin I created, you can use mouse wheel clicks like After Effects.
If you use Premiere's "H" key, you can only scroll left and right,
I also made scrolling up and down possible.
If you are interested, please refer to the link below!
https://navertjd3.gumroad.com/l/Premierebreak/9PKIKMX