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Video Cropper

Crop video in seconds. Zoom, focus, and resize your videos in seconds. With presets for social media, your crop is set in seconds.

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How to crop a video with Riverside

1. Record or upload your video

Log in to your Riverside account and record your video in up to 4K. You can also upload an external video file directly to the editor.

2. Select aspect ratio

To start, select your preferred aspect ratio (16:9, 1:1, or 9:16) at the top of the editor.

3. Crop your video

Click on the video tile you want to adjust. Select 'Crop' and use the Zoom slider to zoom in or out. Drag the video to position the subject in the frame.

4. Preview and export

Finish editing by enhancing your sound or by adding captions and overlays. Export the video in your desired resolution.

Why choose Riverside

The online video cropper that zooms in on what counts

Zoom in for greater impact

Bring the right moments into view — whether it’s focusing on a speaker during an important moment or cropping out background clutter that doesn’t belong.

Video cropping platform presets

From TikTok’s vertical format to YouTube’s widescreen display, every platform has its requirements. Resize your video to aspect ratios like 16:9, 1:1, and 9:16 in one click.

4K video cropper

4K video recording? Check. 4K video cropping? Check. With local recording, capture videos in high quality no matter where you are. Or, upload any MP4 video file straight to the editor.

Crop your frame

Keep the focus on your subject and help your audience engage with whom (or what) really matters at any given point. Zoom in, crop your video and position your focal point back into center.

Adjust video length, too

With our text-based video editor, you can trim your videos easily. Delete text in your recording transcript to remove that part of your video. Or, use the timeline to split and delete sections.

Your all-in-one video platform

Record, edit, and crop videos in one place. Record with up to 10 participants with separate tracks for each. Edit with quick trimming, cropping, and AI tools for captions, audio enhancement, and more.

AI layouts to keep the focus

Choose between a grid view, or stay speaker-focused. Our AI speaker layouts automatically switches to the current speaker on screen.

Make short clips in seconds

Turn long videos into short clips and YouTube Shorts in one click. Clip videos with AI to turn key moments into short videos for social media.

Cropping made easy

It’s as simple as zooming in and dragging your video till you’ve got the perfect frame. Intuitive and fast.

Trim the fluff, keep the wow.

Try Riverside's video cropper.

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How to choose the best video cropper online

Here’s how to spot a good video cropper. (P.S. Riverside does this all and more!)

Intuitive: 

The best video croppers are easy to use and have simple controls and real-time previews.

Set aspect ratios: 

Skip searching the web for YouTube or TikTok video dimensions. Get a video cropper with preset ratios for all major video platforms.

4K-friendly: 

Recording in 4K? You’ll want a video cropper that keeps it that way. With Riverside, high-quality exports are the standard—no pixelation, no compromises.

Affordable pricing: 

Choose a video editor that’s affordable. Better yet, get an all-in-one platform (like Riverside) so you don’t need a hundred different subscriptions.

Compatible with different devices:

Creators are always on the move, working from their phones, laptops, or desktops. Look for an online video cropper that lets you edit on the go.

Work with MP4 or MOV files: 

Unless you’re using a very specific file format, chances are your video is in MP4 or MOV. Choose a video cropper that’s compatible.

Crop video with Riverside to:

Repurpose content for social media 

Turn one video into multiple pieces of content. Crop and format your videos for TikTok (9:16), Instagram (1:1), or YouTube (16:9)—right in Riverside. No additional apps needed!

Save hours on editing with AI

Not a professional editor? No problem! Riverside’s intuitive AI-powered video editor helps you quickly reframe shots, zoom in on guests, and remove background clutter. Working with an editor? They’ll thank you for the headstart.

Highlight the action or the speaker

Zoom in on the action and frame your speakers in the center. Use our AI speaker layout to keep the current speaker on screen. And highlight those action-worthy moments with our clip cutter.

Make DIY videos look studio-quality

You don’t need a studio or a picture-perfect background. Adjust individual frames to make sure each participant looks their best. Crop, center, and zoom to get a professional look every time.

“If I didn't have Riverside in our production process, I would be worried about our ability to produce content quickly.”
Nolan McCoy Head of Video and Creative Content | Chili Piper

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

How to crop a video?

You can easily crop videos in many online video editors. For example with Riverside follow these steps:

Step 1: Record a video to crop or upload one.

Step 2: Click on the video and then select “Edit” to go to the Editor.

Step 3: For a preset aspect ratio, choose between 16:9, 9:16 and 1:1 from the drop down at the top of the editor.

Step 4: To crop, tap the video preview and click the crop icon above it. 

Step 5: Click the “+” button to zoom in on your video and the “-” to zoom out. There’s also a fit frame to make you video fill the frame.

Step 6: Drag your video to put what you want in the crop. 

Step 7: Select away from the screen and your video crop will save.  Click “Export” to download your video.

Check our full guide on how to crop videos for a more in-depth tutorial.

How do I crop a video for Instagram?

You can use any video editor to crop a video for Instagram. Just keep in mind the requirements. Here’s how to crop a video for Instagram with Riverside:

Step 1: Record a video to crop or upload one.

Step 2: Click on the video and then select “Edit” to go to the Editor.

Step 3: Tap on the aspect ratio at the top of the editor. Select:

  • 9:16 for an Instagram reel or story. 
  • 1:1 for a video carousel post on your feed.

Step 4: Realign you video by clicking on the preview and dragging your frame to centre what you want. 

Step 5: Select away from the screen and your video crop will save.  Click “Export” to download your video.

Check our full guide on how to edit reels for a more in-depth tutorial.

How do I resize a video?

That depends how you want to resize it. You can compress a video so the file size is smaller. Or you can adjust the frame of your video so it's smaller. 

Riverside lets you do both. 

To resize your video frame:

Step 1: Upload the video you want to resize into the editor.

Step 2: Tap on the aspect ratio at the top of the editor. Choose a video size:

  • 16:9 (horizontal)is best for YouTube
  • 9:16 (vertical) for short form content like TikToks and reels.
  • 1:1 (square) for LinkedIn or X videos.

Step 3: Finish editing your video with captions, backgrounds and more. Click “Export” to download your video.

Which app can I use to crop a video?

While you can use any online video cropping software, Riverside is best for creators who want everything in one place. Start by recording in 4K with remote guests then head to the AI video editor for cropping, quick text-based trimming and a variety of tools like captions, overlays, and more.

Can I crop videos in 4K?

Yes, Riverside is compatible with 4K video. You can even record 4K videos directly on our platform and crop them straight after.

Crop, resize, and edit your videos.

All in one place.

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