How to Edit Video in Descript
- George Apostolov
How to Edit Video in Descript: step-by-step guide
Drag and drop your video file into Descript.
Descript automatically transcribes your video. Review the text for accuracy.
Edit the text directly; your changes will automatically update the video.
Select text or video sections to delete or trim, and Descript will adjust the video.
Click "Publish" to save your edited video in your preferred format.
Quick answer: To edit video in Descript, drag and drop your file to transcribe it, edit the text directly to update the video, select text or video sections to delete or trim, and click Publish to save your edited video.
About this Descript tutorial
Edit videos effortlessly by modifying the transcript. Drag, review text, trim clips, and publish your final video using Descript. This guide shows how to edit Video in Descript in 5 steps, starting with "Drag and drop your video file into Descript" and finishing with "Click 'Publish' to save your edited video in your preferred format". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Descript interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to edit Video in Descript?
5 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Descript data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Descript. Related guides: How to Edit your Podcast on Descript, How to Export Audio from Descript and How to Export in Descript. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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