Changing the length of still images in the Timeline

Since a still image is just one frame, the manual says that I should change the import value to 00:00:00:01. Is there a way to control (change) the lengh of the still once it is in the Timeline? Thanks.

To change the duration on the timeline, control-click on the clip in the timeline and from the drop down menu choose "Duration". You can set the duration you want in the window that opens.
I am not sure what manual you are reading, but the import duration is entirely up to you. If you think you are going to be using the stills for approx. 20 seconds, set the import duration to that (go to the menu Final Cut Studio > User Preferences and on the Editing Pane set the Still Freeze Duration to the time you want.
The effect of this change will take place on the next files you import, and will not change existing imports.
MtD

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Some light reading regarding your choice of 300 dpi: http://www.scantips.com/no72dpi.html
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