Color correction applied to multiple clips

When using FCPX, is there a way to apply a color adjustments to all the fragments of the same clip? Or is there a way to batch edit clips without actually having to do all your color correction before editing?

Hi,
google Adjustment Layer for fcpx and you'll probably find a free one, or simply make one yourself if you have motion by creating a title effect, but remove the text item. Put in the correct folder for it to show up in the Title effects broswer and then simply add it to the timeline above all the other clips. Add colour correction or any other effect you want to it. it will effect everything under it.
hth
adam

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