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717Final Cut Pro User Guide
Waveform monitor display options in Final Cut Pro
The waveform monitor shows the relative levels of luma, chroma, RGB, or luminance
(HDR Rec. 2020 PQ clips and projects only) in the clip currently being examined. These
values are displayed from left to right, mirroring the relative distribution of the luma and
chroma levels in the image. Spikes and dips in the displayed waveforms correspond to light
and dark areas in your picture. The waveforms are also tinted to match the color of items in
the video.
Note: The measurement data on the y-axis of the waveform monitor may change to reflect
the color space of the current selection in either the browser or the timeline. See Intro to
wide color gamut and HDR in Final Cut Pro.
The Scope menu in the upper-right corner of the waveform monitor provides a variety of
display options:
• RGB Parade: Presents three side-by-side waveform displays that show your video as
separate red, green, and blue components. The waveforms are tinted red, green, and
blue so that you can easily identify them.
The RGB Parade view is useful for comparing the relative levels of red, green, and blue
between two clips. If one clip has more blue than another, the waveform monitor displays
an elevated blue waveform for the clip with more blue and a depressed blue waveform
for the other clip. Negative component values signify colors that are out of gamut. For
example, a blue that is out of gamut may have negative red and green components.