How to trim a screen recording you uploaded
To trim a screen recording with VideoTrimming, the recording needs a link. If you uploaded it somewhere that gives a direct link to the file, paste that link, set the start and end, and download the clip. A file only on your computer can't be loaded.
Can I trim a recording that is on my computer?
VideoTrimming works from a link and doesn't take file uploads. A recording that is only on your computer needs a tool on your computer, such as the trim option in your computer's built-in video player or editor.
Ready to try it? Open the trimmer and paste a link.
How do I trim a recording I uploaded?
- Upload the recording somewhere you control that gives a direct link to the file (ending in .mp4, .webm or .mov, for example).
- Paste that link into VideoTrimming.
- Set the start and end around the part you need, preview it, and download the MP4.
What if the link is private?
A link that needs you to sign in can't be loaded, because our server can't sign in. Use a link that works without signing in, and only for a recording you are happy to make reachable that way. Don't make a recording public if it shows private information.
What about my own YouTube upload?
If the recording is a YouTube video you own, see trim your own YouTube video. YouTube Studio also has its own editor for videos you've uploaded.
Questions
Why can't I just upload the file?
VideoTrimming doesn't store videos. Working from a link means nothing is kept on our side.
Will my recording stay on your server?
Temporary files are deleted automatically, within an hour at most.
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Read the guideHave a link ready?
Paste it, set the start and end, and keep only the part you need.
Open the trimmer