.mov files won't drag from library to timeline

Hi, I am new to Final Cut Pro X, so this might be a simple fix, but I when try dragging the file from the library to the timeline, it doesn't drop. Any help would be appreciated.

Not sure what you mean by dragging it "from the library." You mean from some directory within Finder?
That's not how FCPX works.
First, create an EVENT in FCPX. Then you can drag a clip from any EVENT into the timeline (project).

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I'm seeing exactly what you show, Steven. ....
However, if source patching is enabled for only a video track, then on dragging from the Source Monitor only the video gets added to the sequence. And, naturally, vice versa if source patching is enabled for only an audio track.
Thats what I am talking about too. ..and it suits me perfectly.
The anomally is that with neither A1 V1 selected ...audio and Video is styill both dropable.
I am fine with that too even though its a little illogical. (Dont fix it on my account)
Thanx for doing the great Vid Steven... you just missed out the important extra option but that was a good way to point out the difference in the discussion... before Jim and I came to blows!.
BTW - nice voice you have.
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http://www.digitalrebellion.com/blog/posts/using_pacifist_to_downgrade_quicktime .html
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I'm have a problem with my mouse pointer dropping the clips in the timeline before I release the right button on my mouse.
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Windows users: Click Open.
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