Revert Multicam clip back into separate clips?

I think I have solved it . . . press command-Z repeatedly until all original clips are in browser.

For some reason it didn't work when I tried it earlier.

Thanks Luis.

I want to revert because I am trying to make a Screenflow tutorial and thanks to my ineptitude I keep making errors and have to start over again.

The only way I have been able to revert hitherto is by deleting everything, re-importing and starting all over.

Needless to say that is very time-consuming and will-sapping!

Just had a rethink and I don't think duplicating the project will solve my problem as once the original clips have been made into a multicam clip, I can't get back to the original clips which is what I need to start the tutorial.

I have to go to the trouble of re-importing them.

As usual Luis you have hit the nail on the head!

As mentioned earlier, I discovered that repeated use of command-z took me back to the start but the clips all had the little "hidden" icon and I was puzzled as to what was hidden.

When I followed your advice to reveal the hidden files I discovered that it was already selected although I hadn't consciously selected it.

Anyway the problem is now fixed and thanks to you I understand. I wish Apple would allow us to make changes!

Just tested deselecting "Hide Original Clips" as I wanted to see whether my choice would "stick" so I didn't have to remember to do it each time.

My choice appears to be permanent as I deleted and restarted the project a couple of times and also restarted FCP and the hide box remained unchecked.

It should be unchecked by default.

Could you elaborate on "Open and Copy Contents Back Out".

I have not heard of that command.

Duplicate project seems a good ida so I will give it a try.

Thanks but at 50 quid it's a bit pricey for a few minutes of messing about.