Perform ripple edits

Last updated on Jun 23, 2025

Learn how to use the Ripple Edit Tool to trim the edge of a clip and automatically close the gap with the clip next to it.

  1. Select the clip you want to edit in the timeline.

  2. Use B on your keyboard to activate the Ripple Edit  tool.

  3. Select and drag the end of the clip to the left or right to shorten or lengthen the clip, respectively.

Learn how the Ripple Edit tool automatically closes the gap between clips.