What does trim (video & audio) mean?
Trimming means shortening the start or end of a video or audio clip to remove unwanted sections like dead space or false starts. This doesn’t affect the rest of the sequence.
How to trim videos for free
You can trim videos for free using online tools. Upload your video, use the trimming tool to adjust start and end points, and export the trimmed version.
Why does trimming video reduce quality?
Trimming a video does not inherently reduce quality. But if you re-export the trimmed video with a lower resolution or higher compression settings, the quality may degrade due to the re-encoding process.
Does trimming video reduce storage?
Yes, trimming a video reduces storage by cutting out unnecessary parts, resulting in a smaller file size, especially if the trimmed sections are long or if the video is re-encoded during export.
How to trim a video on Riverside
- Log in to your Riverside account.
- Open a recording in the editor or upload an external file to start editing.
- Split the video:
- Click or drag the playhead scrubber to the point on the timeline where you want to split.
- Click the Split button above the timeline or press the S key on your keyboard. The video will be divided at the playhead.
- To remove a section, click the unwanted segment and press Delete or click the trash icon.
- Trim the video:
- Click and drag the trimming handles at the edges of a section to adjust the start and end points.
- Playback and Export:
- Play back the edited video to preview your changes.
- Click Export to download the final version. Removed sections will be skipped in the export.
To undo a cut or restore a trimmed section, drag the trimming handles back together or click Undo at the top of the page.
