What do the white numbers displayed on the timeline represent?

The white numbers displayed on the timeline in AVID Media Composer represent the number of frames that audio is out of sync. This indicator is crucial for editors, as maintaining sync between audio and video is essential for producing a professional final product. When the timeline shows these numbers, it highlights the discrepancies that need to be addressed, allowing editors to make precise adjustments to align their audio with the corresponding video footage.

In contrast, the other options do not accurately describe what the white numbers indicate. For instance, the number of cuts made in the timeline would generally not be represented by these numbers. The total duration of clips is typically displayed elsewhere, usually in the bin or a separate indicator, rather than directly on the timeline in this format. Finally, while the number of video tracks in use can be tracked in different ways, it is not represented by white numbers on the timeline, making it irrelevant to this particular visual cue.