I’m trying to make keyframes but the cells end up copying and my timeline just has blocks merged together. Is there a setting I can switch off??
Sorry I’m a complete noobie to this. 
Being a “complete noobie” with this software it is extra important that you don’t jump in skipping to what you are excited to do. You have to read the basic information so you learn the steps involved. Otherwise you will constantly hit walls.
First thing, there is a manual online with a search feature.