# Adjusting start and end times

* To adjust the start time or end time of an object, drag the grips at either end of the container.

![Location of the container grips](https://3460182399-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FwVx6bvwqEE7tD0TYOcfj%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-baf99c7d40696e0be688e98ac04867e6ded7f8bb%2Ftimeline_grips.png?alt=media)

If you want a higher level of accuracy, you can set exact time values for the start and end times. To do so, complete the following steps:

1. Select the object.
2. Choose one of the following options:
   * Select the cog icon on the timeline container.
   * Select **IFX options** on the left-hand side of the editor panel.
3. In **Current Effect Options** window, in either the **Start Time** or **End Time** fields, enter a time in the format `hh:mm:ss` (hours:minutes:seconds).
4. Select **SAVE EFFECT**.

{% hint style="info" %}
If you change the start time, the end time will adjust automatically to maintain a consistent length. If you change the end time, this does not affect the start time.
{% endhint %}