What type of edit does Splice-in perform in AVID Media Composer?

Splice-in performs an insert type of edit. When you use a Splice-in edit in AVID Media Composer, you are placing new material into the timeline at the selected point, which pushes the existing segments downstream to accommodate the new content. This is particularly useful when you want to add additional clips or sections of footage without overwriting any existing content.

In contrast, other types of edits behave differently. An overwrite edit would replace the existing segments without shifting them, while a replace edit would also substitute the selected segment without moving downstream clips. Additionally, a lift edit would remove a segment from the timeline but leave a gap, rather than moving segments to make space for new footage. Therefore, choosing the insert option reflects the unique behavior of pushing the surrounding clips, illustrating how Splice-in facilitates a more flexible editing process.