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How to Trim Video Clips

Extract just the portion you need from any video. Trim the start, end, or cut out sections from the middle. Perfect for creating clips, removing intros, or shortening long recordings.

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⚠️ The Problem

Your 10-minute video has 30 seconds of the action you want to share. You need to cut out the boring parts, remove the shaky intro, or extract just one moment from a long recording.

✅ The Solution

Precisely trim videos using visual timeline controls. Set exact start and end points, preview the clip, and export just the portion you need. Works in your browser - no software installation required.

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. 1

    Upload Your Video

    Drop your video file into the trimmer. We support all common formats including MP4, MOV, AVI, WebM.

  2. 2

    Set Trim Points

    Drag the start and end markers on the timeline, or enter precise timestamps. Preview plays your selection.

  3. 3

    Fine-Tune Your Selection

    Use frame-by-frame controls for precise cuts. Add additional trim segments if cutting multiple sections.

  4. 4

    Preview the Clip

    Watch your trimmed segment before processing. Adjust markers until the clip is exactly right.

  5. 5

    Export Trimmed Video

    Click 'Trim' to create your clip. Download the trimmed video in MP4 or your preferred format.

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💡 Pro Tips

  • • Use keyboard shortcuts: Space to play/pause, arrow keys for frame-by-frame adjustment
  • • Trim generously at first, then fine-tune - easier than re-uploading
  • • For multiple clips from one video, use 'Add Segment' to export several parts at once
  • • Combine trimming with compression for smaller, shareable clips

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Frequently Asked Questions

How precise can I cut?
Frame-accurate cutting - down to 1/30th of a second for 30fps video. Enter exact timestamps for perfect precision.
Can I cut out a section from the middle?
Yes! Create two segments (before and after the unwanted part) and we'll join them seamlessly.
Will trimming affect video quality?
No quality loss when using 'Quick Trim' mode. Full re-encoding is optional for format conversion.
What's the maximum video length?
No hard limit, but very long videos (2+ hours) may take time to process in browser.
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