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# Keeping a Tool Active

Normally, when you activate and use a tool, the tool becomes inactive and its parameters disappear when you have finished using it. You can also activate a tool such that it stays active, allowing you to use it multiple times without having to re-activate it each time. For example, use this option on the Add Pulldown tool to add pulldown to several clips. You can do this with any A/V tool.

To activate a tool and keep it active after use:

1. Press Ctrl and click the tool.

   The tool stays active after being used.

To deactivate an active tool:

1. Click anywhere in the grey area of the menu.