Complete Video Editing Guide
Master video editing with our comprehensive guide. Learn about video formats, codecs, trimming, conversion, and optimization techniques.
MP4MP4 Format
MP4 (MPEG-4 Part 14) is the most widely supported video format. It uses the H.264 or H.265 codec and offers excellent compatibility across devices and platforms.
Advantages
- Universal browser support
- Excellent compression
- Streaming friendly
- Mobile device compatible
Best For
- Web video hosting
- Social media uploads
- Mobile apps
- General purpose use
WebMWebM Format
WebM is an open, royalty-free video format designed specifically for web use. It uses VP8, VP9, or AV1 codecs and offers superior compression.
Advantages
- Open source format
- Excellent compression
- HTML5 video support
- No licensing fees
Best For
- Web applications
- YouTube video
- Modern browsers
- Open source projects
MOVQuickTime MOV
MOV is Apple's QuickTime container format. It's commonly used in professional video editing and offers high quality with efficient compression.
AVIAVI Format
AVI (Audio Video Interleave) is an older format with good compatibility but larger file sizes. Still used for legacy systems and specific applications.
Most widely supported codec, used in MP4 files. Excellent balance of quality and file size.
- ✓ Universal support
- ✓ Good compression
- ✓ Hardware acceleration
Google's codec, better compression than H.264. Used in WebM format.
- ✓ Better compression
- ✓ Open source
- ✓ YouTube standard
Next-generation codec with 50% better compression than H.264. Requires more processing power.
- ✓ Superior compression
- ✓ Future-proof
- ✓ 4K/8K ready
What is Video Trimming?
Video trimming is the process of removing unwanted portions from the beginning or end of a video clip. It's the most fundamental video editing operation and essential for creating concise, focused video content.
Set the exact timestamp where your trimmed video should begin. Use timeline scrubbing for precision.
Define where the trimmed video should end. Preview before finalizing to ensure correct cuts.
Choose the Right Resolution
Match video resolution to your use case. 1080p is ideal for most web applications, while 4K is only necessary for high-quality displays.
Optimize Bitrate
Balance quality and file size. Higher bitrates provide better quality but larger files. Start with medium settings and adjust based on results.
Use Appropriate Codecs
H.264 for maximum compatibility, VP9 for better compression, H.265 for future-proof high-quality videos.
Consider Frame Rate
30fps is standard for most applications. 60fps for gaming or action content. Lower frame rates for smaller file sizes.
Quality & Format
- Always maintain source quality when possible
- Use MP4 for maximum compatibility
- Optimize for target platform requirements
Workflow Tips
- Trim videos before conversion to save processing time
- Keep original files for future edits
- Test videos on target devices before publishing