In this guide, you'll learn exactly how to navigate between timeline markers in Davinci Resolve using keyboard shortcuts, how to manage them, and how to troubleshoot if it's not working.
🎯 Why Use Markers in DaVinci Resolve?
Markers help you:
- Bookmark important moments in your timeline
- Leave comments or instructions for collaborators
- Sync cuts to music or voiceover beats
- Navigate between scenes quickly
But placing markers is only half the story. The real productivity comes from being able to jump between markers instantly—also called "flipping" between them.
🔁 How to Flip Between Markers in DaVinci Resolve
DaVinci Resolve offers simple keyboard shortcuts to move between timeline markers.
▶️ Shortcut to Jump to the Next Marker:
Shift + Down Arrow
This will move the playhead to the next marker on the timeline, no matter which track it’s on.
◀️ Shortcut to Jump to the Previous Marker:
Shift + Up Arrow
This moves the playhead to the previous marker in the timeline.
✅ Works on the Edit, Color, and Fairlight pages.
📍 Tips for Using Markers More Effectively
Marker Navigation Pro Tips
- You can filter markers by color or text in the Index panel (top-right on the Edit page).
- Use Timeline > Go to > Marker if you prefer menu navigation.
- Add markers to specific clips or the main timeline by selecting the target before pressing
M.
🎧 On the Fairlight page, markers can help align audio cues to video more precisely.
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FAQ Marker Navigation in DaVinci Resolve
Can I jump between markers on a single track only?
No. The shortcuts Shift + Up/Down Arrow navigate through all markers on the main timeline, regardless of track. To isolate per track, use the clip-level markers.
Why are my markers not visible?
Make sure you're on the right zoom level, that the track is not collapsed, and you're not in Clip marker mode. You can also view all markers in the Timeline Index.
Can I assign custom shortcuts for marker navigation?
Yes. Go to DaVinci Resolve > Keyboard Customization, search “marker,” and remap navigation to any key combo you prefer.
