The Current Time Indicator
The Current Time Indicator (CTI) is a blue triangular indicator which shows you where you are in the timeline. CTIs are used in several different panels.
In the main timeline panel the CTI appears with a vertical red line overlaid on the sequence tracks, as illustrated below. This CTI is linked to the program monitor panel — the monitor shows the same frame as the CTI. When you play the sequence you'll see the CTI moving from left to right across the timeline.
![Current Time Indicator in the main timeline](../../version/pro-cs5/images/workspace/PPRO-CS5_cti-01.gif)
CTIs also appear in other panels including the Preview Monitor, Program Monitor and Effect Controls panel.
![Current Time Indicators in the Program Monitor and Effects Controls Panel](../../version/pro-cs5/images/workspace/PPRO-CS5_cti-02.gif)
Many tasks depend on the position of the CTI, for example:
- Pasting clips into the sequence.
- Adding markers to a clip or sequence.
- Razor at Current Time Indicator (CTRL-K): This splits any unlocked clips at the point where the CTI is positioned.
Repositioning the Current Time Indicator
You can move the CTI using any of the following methods:
- Click anywhere in the time ruler and the CTI will go there instantly.
- Drag the CTI left and right to scrub through the sequence. Snap to edit points by pressing the Shift key while dragging.
- At the left of the Timeline panel, drag the time display or enter a specific time.
- In the Monitor panel, use any playback control.
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