Copying Clip in another Track

Good morning,
I am using FCE 3.0 and am having trouble copying clips into another track. I have tried the Copy/Paste method as well as dragging the selected clip with the <Option>key.
The Copy/Paste method does not paste the clip at the playhead on a different track, and the <Option> key method simply moves the clip from one track to another.
I'm sure I'm missing some simple element here and would like to know what it is.
Thanks.

Hi(Bonjour)!
For the copy/paste way: pay attention to select the correct video and audio tracks targets.
Sometimes, it's easier to place your playhead right after the last clip of the sequence and paste. Reposition the resulting copy.
For the option drag: pay attention to use option key BEFORE clicking on your original clip, and drag.
Check if your tracks are locked.
Michel Boissonneault

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