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timeline-diff

Compare two DaVinci Resolve timelines and report clip differences.

3|Updated Feb 22, 2026
Search Tags:#timeline#version control#diff#video editing#post-production#davinci resolve
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jenkinsm13/resolve-mcp --skill timeline-diff
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: timeline-diff
Source: https://github.com/jenkinsm13/resolve-mcp/tree/main/.claude/skills/timeline-diff
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jenkinsm13/resolve-mcp --skill timeline-diff

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users understand the precise changes made between different versions of a DaVinci Resolve timeline, streamlining revision tracking and editorial review.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Detailed Change Reporting: Identifies added, removed, moved, trimmed, or reordered clips.
  • Version Comparison: Compares two specified timelines or the current timeline against a saved version.
  • Use Case: After receiving a new cut of a video project, use this Skill to quickly see exactly what the editor changed from the previous version, making feedback and approval much faster.

Quick Start

Use the timeline-diff skill to compare the timeline named "Edit v1" against "Edit v2".

Frequently Asked Questions about timeline-diff

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I compare two DaVinci Resolve timelines to see what changed?▼

To compare two DaVinci Resolve timelines, use a timeline-diff tool to analyze clip additions, removals, movements, trims, and reordering. This generates a detailed change report for editorial version control and review.

What is the best way to track version differences in video post-production?▼

Tracking version differences in video post-production involves comparing two timeline versions to report exact clip changes. This reveals added, removed, moved, or trimmed clips, accelerating feedback and approval processes.

Can I see exactly what clips an editor added or removed in DaVinci Resolve?▼

Yes, you can see exactly what clips an editor added or removed by running a timeline comparison. This detailed change analysis reports all additions, removals, trims, and reordering within the specified DaVinci Resolve timelines.

Do I need the DaVinci Resolve scripting API to compare timelines?▼

Yes, comparing DaVinci Resolve timelines requires access to the DaVinci Resolve scripting API. The API is necessary for retrieving timeline and clip properties to detect differences in additions, removals, movements, and trims.

How do I compare a current DaVinci Resolve timeline against a saved version?▼

To compare a current DaVinci Resolve timeline against a saved version, specify the two timeline names in your comparison tool. It will report all differences in clips, including movements, trims, and reordering.

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