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Luisa Winters

Instructor and consultant for Adobe products

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Trimming

Learn how to trim clips in Adobe Premiere Pro. You'll discover how easy it is to make a video clip shorter or longer.

This summary is AI generated

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand trimming techniques in Premiere Pro
  • Utilize ripple and rolling edit tools effectively
  • Apply slip tool for precise clip adjustments

Level: Intermediate

Skills you'll gain:

Trimming, Ripple Edit, Rolling Edit, Premiere Pro

Key Insights

  • Trimming adjusts the in and out points of clips.
  • Ripple edits shorten the program duration automatically.
  • Rolling edits allow simultaneous adjustments without changing duration.
  • The slip tool changes clip start and end points without affecting duration.
  • Keyboard shortcuts enhance editing efficiency in Premiere Pro.
  • Undo actions can be performed using Ctrl Z or Command Z.
  • Zooming in and out helps in precise editing.
  • Control points allow repositioning, rotating, and resizing clips.
  • Effect controls panel is essential for fine-tuning clip properties.