Editing an Zoom recording in 4 simple steps
Editing and trimming Zoom videos is an essential step to search the richest nuggets of information from video recordings.
Although you're aware of this, you're probably putting off making the change because you're assuming you'll need to be able to use a variety of new apps to edit Zoom recordings.
It's actually not so complicated.
Trim an Zoom recording as easy as four easy steps.
So let's walk you through how to edit a Zoom video in this article. We'll also cover how to subtitle your video for better accessibility.
Be patient, or check out this video explaining how to do it:
Why do you need to edit a Zoom recording?
Savvy marketers know that edited videos are always more effective than the original file.
The master copy is valuable. However, would anybody want to watch a two-hour long video to try the chance to learn a couple of instructional videos? And, of course that you won't be able to get the maximum benefit from your video content without making edits to the content.
Cutting a webinar, for instance, will give you short clips which share helpful tips to your followers on social media. Or, if you're sharing a recording of your recent webinar, you'll want to get rid of the let's-wait-for-people-to-join beginning.
All that does wonders for not only grabbing your audience's attention and enhancing their viewer's experience. Upload your files automatically. Zoom meeting with
Most effective software to trim the videos of Zoom
We've now made the case to edit videos on Zoom video, we'll talk about the software that can assist you in achieving it.
The right Zoom editor tool for video has to be:
- Simple to use. After all, who's got time to learn new software
- Simple to save video clips edited
- Let you edit both on desktop and mobile
After that, you can trim your video taking the following steps: upload video then select the part of the video you wish to save, and save. That's it. However, here's the best part: not just can saving video clips edited is a breeze, but sharing them is as simple as grabbing an URL or clicking publish on social media. We'll walk you through the nitty-gritty details of how to trim an audio recording to a higher quality.
Editing an Zoom recording on your computer
It will require your Zoom video recording and a account to start editing videos now.
Are you able to get both? Awesome. Take these easy steps today:
1. You can upload your Zoom recording. The process is as easy as dragging the recording to the upload page.2. Click on the scissor icon in the lower right corner of the video that you have uploaded. It will bring you to the trimming page.
2. Click on the scissor icon on the bottom right of the uploaded video. This will lead you to the trim page.
3. Drag - shorten or extend - the handles on the timeline frame in order to cut the portion you want to cut from your video (as shown in the GIF below)
Pro Tip: Before you start trimming, make note of the recording's time stamps that you wish to preserve. Make sure that your time stamps on the bottom of the trimming page are reflected in the recording. This can save you a great deal of your time and trim the clip you want to trim precisely as well.
4. Click Save and then you're done.
If you're looking to share your video, there are the following options for the following:
- Share it using an unlisted link
- Post directly to your Facebook channels
- Grab the website embed code to display it on your website
Please note that if you're downloading for free, the trimmed video will replace the original version. If you're a paid member (Plus plan members or higher), the trimmed video will be saved as a brand new version of the original recording.
How to edit and trim the length of a Zoom recording on the iPhone or Android
Do you want to modify Zoom videos on the go? If you're an iPhone user or an Android fan we've got you covered.
Follow this link:
1. Select and upload your mobile's gallery by clicking the + icon located at the bottom right of your mobile app.
2. Choose Edit and swipe left to choose the clip that you would like to cut. Next, tap on the Clock icon.
3. Tap, hold, and slide the trimming bar to specify the portion you would like to keep. When done, click Save. Voila!
For sharing the edited clip now. You've the same options as in the web app You can use the URL that's not listed to protect it you can embed the video on your site and push it to social.
Archiving and saving videos recorded with Zoom
We've already talked about the ways to save money with .
The best part? All members of your team are able to use the video center depending on the access rights they are granted. That means you have the ability to turn teammates into admins, viewers as well as contributors to the database.
How can you add captions your saved Zoom recordings
Do you want to make your Zoom recording accessible to those with hearing impairments? Add captions or written text to explain what's going on in your video.Now for someone using to video, making captions available is as easy as clicking the CC button on the right side of the player, and then selecting the language they prefer.
1. Rewind your Zoom recording and transcribe it.
Make sure you mention the your speaker's ID (if there are any) as well as audio cues. Alternately, you can use software that can transcribe video in a way that is automatic. However it is important to check the captions and spot funny machine errors.
2. Create an SRT document
SubRipSubtitle (.SRT) file is the standard subtitle format. SubRip Subtitle (.SRT) file is the common format that subtitles use. This file is needed to add your captions.
3. Upload the captions files to the video
In your player, head to the additional settings for your video and select the Advanced option from the left side. Select the the Distribution tab, then go to the subtitles section.
Next, pick then the +button and enter the information that pertain to captions' files and their languages.
Click the File buttonto transfer the .SRT file to your computer. When the file is uploaded, toggle it on for captions to be activated.
Do you want to alter or eliminate the captions? Click on the three dots on the name of the file and select the desired option (replace or delete the file upload, edit, or download) from the menu.
Fantastic news
If you're a Enterprise user, you won't need to add captions manually. Our system automatically transcribes the entirety of your videos once you upload them.
Make sure you trim your Zoom recordings right now
This is it folks! You'll be able to agree with me that the answer to how to edit your zoom recordings is pretty easy.
From the moment on, concentrate on making useful videos, removing any unnecessary stuff. And, while you're at adding some captions to make them more accessible. First, sign up for to have your gear at the ready. Then, everything is going to be a breeze.