Smarter than ever. Auto-detects Final Cut Pro focus so your shortcuts are always in sync. Now with accessibility improvements.
KeyCut Live is an iPad and iPhone companion for Final Cut Pro editors who want to stop hunting for shortcuts and start editing like a power user.
Place your iPad (or iPhone) next to your Mac. Every Final Cut Pro keyboard shortcut is displayed across a color-coded keyboard layout — organized by function so the right key is always obvious, even when you're learning.
BECOME A FINAL CUT PRO KEYBOARD POWER USER
You know J, K, L. But what about Q, W, E? Or why B does something completely different depending on what you have selected? KeyCut Live shows you the shortcut, explains it in plain English, and helps it stick — so every session builds your muscle memory.
HOW IT WORKS
KeyCut Live connects to a lightweight Mac companion app (KeyCut Helper) over your local Wi-Fi network. Tap any key on your iPad or iPhone and the keystroke fires in Final Cut Pro on your Mac — no touching your keyboard required.
WHAT YOU GET
Full QWERTY shortcut map, color-coded by category
Tap any key for a plain-English description of what it does
Bonjour auto-discovery — just open both apps on the same network
Direct IP fallback if auto-discovery isn't available
THE CONTROL SURFACE YOU ALREADY HAVE
Hardware shortcut panels cost hundreds. Your iPad or iPhone is already on your desk. KeyCut Live turns it into a dedicated editing control surface for a fraction of the price.
Built for editors who are serious about learning their craft.
REQUIREMENTS
iPad or iPhone running iOS 26 or later
Mac running macOS 13 or later
KeyCut Helper companion app (free download, link provided in-app)
Both devices on the same Wi-Fi network
TERMS OF USE
https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Ratings & Reviews
This app has not received enough ratings or reviews to display an overview.
KeyCut now automatically detects when Final Cut Pro is active — shortcut descriptions fade when you leave FCP and return the moment you're back. Accessibility settings now link directly to iOS for VoiceOver and display options.
Version 1.0.2
The developer, Philip Brumpton, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Not Collected
The developer does not collect any data from this app.
Privacy practices may vary based, for example, on the features you use or your age. Learn More
The developer indicated that this app supports the following accessibility features. Learn More
Supported Features
VoiceOver
Dark Interface
Sufficient Contrast
Information
Provider
Philip Brumpton
Size
3.3 MB
Category
Photo & Video
Compatibility
Requires iOS 26.0 or later.
iPhone Requires iOS 26.0 or later.
iPad Requires iPadOS 26.0 or later.
Mac Requires macOS 26.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.