In this guide, you’ll learn the exact shortcut and method to select all clips to the right of the cursor in DaVinci Resolve, plus a few tips to make your timeline edits faster and cleaner.
✅ Method 1: Using the "Select Clips Forward on All Tracks" Shortcut
DaVinci Resolve has a built-in function for this, and it’s just one keystroke away.
Default Shortcut (Windows & Mac):
A → then click in the timeline
This selects everything to the right of where you click, on all tracks.
Step-by-step:
- Press
Ato activate the Select Clips Forward tool - Click anywhere in the timeline to the right of the playhead
- All clips from that point forward are now selected
- You can now move, cut, or delete them together
💡 Pro tip: Hold Shift if you want to deselect individual tracks before moving.
🖱 Method 2: Manual Selection (When Shortcut Is Disabled)
If for some reason the shortcut doesn’t work (custom keymap, conflict, etc.), you can:
- Draw a selection box (drag the cursor across tracks from the playhead rightward)
- Or use the Edit > Select > Select Clips Forward on All Tracks menu option
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Why This Function Is So Useful
Selecting all clips to the right of the playhead lets you:
- Insert new footage without overwriting other clips
- Make space for intros, transitions, or B-roll
- Shift entire segments without manual dragging
- Work like a pro with non-destructive editing
If you’re coming from Premiere Pro or Final Cut, this is the equivalent of a “ripple select” or “select forward tool.”
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FAQ Selecting to the Right of Cursor in Resolve
How do I select all clips to the right of the playhead in DaVinci Resolve?
Use the A key to activate Select Clips Forward, then click to the right of the playhead in the timeline. All clips from that point will be selected across all tracks.
Can I move everything to the right of the timeline without selecting manually?
Yes. Once selected with the A shortcut, you can drag all clips forward or use the Insert Gap function to push them.
Does this work on the Cut Page?
The shortcut A is only available on the Edit Page, not the Cut Page. For ripple-style actions on the Cut Page, use Smart Insert or manually drag your clips.
