How can you make audio adjustments directly on the timeline?

Making audio adjustments directly on the timeline can be effectively achieved by utilizing Clip Gain. This feature allows editors to adjust the gain of individual audio clips directly within the timeline, enabling precise control over their volume levels without needing to access separate panels or tools. This means that you can easily adjust how loud or soft a clip is, in context with other elements in your project, enhancing your workflow.

Clip Gain allows for adjustments to be made in a non-destructive way, meaning the original audio remains untouched while still providing the necessary control over how it is presented in the timeline. This functionality is key when trying to balance audio levels dynamically while editing, especially as different clips may have varying original levels.

While the Audio Mixer panel can also facilitate audio adjustments, it is more suited for mixing multiple audio tracks rather than modifying individual clips. Editing audio clips in the Source Monitor pertains to making adjustments before they are brought into the timeline, and the Effects Tool focuses on applying effects rather than direct adjustments to clip levels.