Topic: Tips for Faster Trimming

The two most time-consuming, yet essential, elements in editing any project are editing the clips to the Timeline, then trimming them once they are in place. Trimming is the process of adjusting where two clips touch — making sure the Out of the previous clip flows smoothly into the In of the next clip. Deciding the best place to trim is aesthetic — that’s what the editorial process is all about, actually. However, because every clip generally needs to be trimmed, the faster you can get your clips trimmed, the faster you can complete your project. This tutorial focuses on giving you nine different ways to trim — many of them are probably faster than what you are using right now. If the end result is the same — doesn’t it make sense to work faster?

These tips apply to every version of Final Cut Pro starting with version 4. This is a QuickTime movie that can be played on any computer with QuickTime installed and does not require running Final Cut Pro.



Format: QuickTime Movie

TRT: 7:02

Size: 10.7 MB


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