What is the best way to copy an effect from one clip to another in Avid Media Composer?

The best way to copy an effect from one clip to another in Avid Media Composer is to use "Copy" and "Paste Attributes." This method allows users to copy not only the effects but also specific attributes like motion effects, audio processes, and any other applied parameters, making it a versatile approach. When a user selects a clip, uses the copy command, and then pastes the attributes to another clip, Avid Media Composer prompts the user to choose exactly which attributes to paste. This granularity helps in maintaining control over what effects are transferred, ensuring that the new clip retains the desired qualities of the original.

In contrast, other methods listed would either not perform the task as required or would lack the specificity and control that "Paste Attributes" offers. For instance, the "Move" and "Paste Effects" option typically pertains to moving effects within the same timeline rather than copying them to a different clip. "Duplicate" and "Apply Effects" suggest a different functionality, focusing on replicating clips rather than transferring effects specifically. Finally, "Link" and "Unlink Effects" do not pertain to the copying of effects at all; they deal with the relational aspects of how clips and effects interact. Therefore, "Copy" and "