Re-setting chapter markers in DVD SP

I'm working with a timeline from FCP is already encoded with chapter markers and is quite long and I want to avoid encoding again as it is already in my DVD SP project. What I want to know is can I move a chpter marker accuratly and possibly use the arrow keys to nudge it over?
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Jeff

Jeff
In DVD SP there will be some limits on how you can move markers, they will not be frame accurate.
I usually use the key commands to jump back and forth between markers, then use inspector to nudge
You can also try to just export the Final Cut movie with the new marker positions and use that to set the markers in DVD SP then use the previously encoded video
Take a look here for this workaround that is good if markers do not show up and also will do what you need now
http://dvdstepbystep.com/fasttrackover.php

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