Which panel is used to apply effects to clips in Premiere Pro?

The Effects panel is the designated area in Adobe Premiere Pro for applying effects to clips. This panel provides a comprehensive library of visual effects, audio effects, and transitions that can be utilized within your project. Users can easily browse through categories, search for specific effects, and drag and drop them onto their clips in the timeline or the program monitor.

The functionality of the Effects panel allows for a streamlined workflow. After applying an effect, users can then fine-tune it in the Effect Controls panel, which facilitates further customization of the applied effects. Each effect comes with specific parameters that can be adjusted, giving users a high level of control over the appearance and sound of their clips.

In contrast, the other options do not serve the primary function of applying effects. For instance, the Adjustments panel is typically used for making changes to the overall layout or organization of a project, while the Color panel focuses specifically on color correction and grading. The Audio panel is dedicated to managing audio levels and effects separately, without the direct capability to apply visual effects to video clips. Thus, the Effects panel stands out as the essential tool for this purpose.