How to Trim and Split Video in Capcut PC? 4 Different Ways!
Want to trim or split your videos effortlessly in CapCut PC? In this video, I’ll show you 4 different ways to get it done quickly and efficiently. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, these methods will help you edit like a breeze, whether you’re cutting out unwanted parts or splitting clips for creative edits. Stick around to find the technique that works best for you and take your editing skills to the next level!
This video is from our Capcut Video Editing Course.
Video Summary
This tutorial covers the essential techniques for trimming and splitting footage within CapCut. The creator explains how to navigate the timeline efficiently using zoom shortcuts and introduces four distinct methods for cutting clips. A key focus is on managing multiple layers (synced audio and video) and using tools like the Main Track Magnet to keep the timeline organized. By learning these various workflows, editors can choose the method that best fits their specific project needs, whether it’s for speed or manual precision.
Time Stamps
- 0:30 – Identifying the first cut point by analyzing audio waveforms.
- 1:32 – Zooming Techniques: Using the slider, mouse wheel shortcuts (Ctrl/Cmd + Scroll), and Zoom to Fit (Shift + Z).
- 3:25 – Method 1: The Split Button: Using the split icon or Ctrl/Cmd + B to cut selected layers.
- 4:32 – Method 2: Ripple Delete (Q/W): Using “Delete Left” (Q) and “Delete Right” (W) for one-click trimming.
- 5:38 – Magnet Tool: Enabling the “Main Track Magnet” to automatically close gaps after a cut.
- 7:05 – Method 3: The Blade Tool (B): Switching to the Blade tool and using Shift to cut through all timeline layers simultaneously.
- 8:46 – Method 4: Manual Trimming: Clicking and dragging the ends of a clip to adjust its duration.
- 9:40 – Pro Tip: Exporting and re-importing synced A-Roll to simplify the editing process into a single layer.
