Deleted Render files - timeline has gone gray

I deleted my render files and emptied the trash.

Now the images on my timeline are gray.

How can I connect the original media to get my clips back in color?

Thank you,

Sara

MacBook Pro 16″, macOS 14.2

Posted on Apr 14, 2024 11:47 AM

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Tom Wolsky

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Apr 14, 2024 12:18 PM in response to Sara Yaya

If the original media was not connected it would be red not gray. Can you post a screenshot of what you’re seeing? Try rebooting the computer and reopening FCP. It might redraw the filmstrips.

Sara Yaya Author

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Apr 14, 2024 6:06 PM in response to Sara Yaya

Sara Yaya Author

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Apr 14, 2024 6:12 PM in response to Tom Wolsky

Your suggestion of closing Final Cut and restarting the computer worked. Thank you!

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