Change multiple Reel names

Is it possible to change multiple reel names at the same time, instead of having to copy/paste each one individually? I'm on FCP 6

I don't remember if this is the same in FCP 6, but it seems like I've been doing this for years -
Select one clip that you want to assign a new reel number to:
and give it a reel number:
then select the rest of your clips by Shift Clicking on each one, or drag across the group. then Control Click in the Reel name column and the name you previously assigned will appear as an option to select.
Select it:
And that reel will be assigned to the other clips that were selected:
MtD

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