What indicates a "Linked Clip" in Avid Media Composer?

A "Linked Clip" in Avid Media Composer is identified by a unified selection of audio and video. This means that when you select the clip, both the audio and video portions operate as a single entity, allowing for simultaneous editing of both elements. This feature is particularly useful for maintaining synchronization between audio and video, ensuring that any edits made to one will automatically apply to the other, facilitating a smoother editing workflow.

In contrast, the other options represent different characteristics. For instance, color coding in the Timeline may signal other editing aspects or states but does not specifically indicate a linked status. Separate appearance of audio and video clips, as in a scenario where they are displayed distinctly, signifies a lack of linkage between the two, which is the opposite of what a linked clip represents. Text annotations, while useful for labeling or marking clips, do not convey linkage status and are not characteristic of linked clips. The unified selection of audio and video is thus the most accurate indicator of a linked clip in the software.