Automatic cuts on video track?

Hello there,
In the fcp timeline window I have a long clip (audio and video). The audio track has lots of markers, and has been split at each marker using the razor tool. The video track has not been cut. Is there any way that the program can cut automatically (an automation script?) the video track at the marker points in the audio track without doing it manually?
Many thanks,
Jacobo

Hi Nick,
Just like I replied to Captain's post ... Thank you very much!
I made this request for my son. When he gets to try it, I'll tell him to thank you personally and award points.
Regards,
Jacobo and son (Pablo)

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