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Movavi Video Editor: Basic timeline editing in Movavi

Demo summary

The creator demonstrates how to use the blade tool and selection tool to make cuts and arrange clips on the Movavi timeline.

Step-by-step

  1. Drag your project files onto the timeline to create a sequence
  2. Select the blade tool from the toolbar
  3. Click on the clip at the desired point to make a cut
  4. Press the A key to switch back to the selection tool
  5. Drag the clips to rearrange them on the timeline

Options

  • Press the B key as a keyboard shortcut for the blade tool
  • Hover over icons to view their corresponding keyboard shortcuts

Tips

  • Use keyboard shortcuts like 'B' for blade and 'A' for selection to speed up your editing workflow

Highlights

the interface is really simple, easy to use

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