How to Trim a Video in YouTube Studio
- George Apostolov
How to Trim a Video in YouTube Studio: step-by-step guide
Head over to the left-side panel and click 'Content'.
After that, hover your mouse cursor over the video you want to edit and tap its corresponding 'Details' button.
Click 'Editor' to proceed.
Subsequently, tap 'Get Started'.
Choose 'Trim & Cut' from the list of options.
Following that, grab the trim handle and drag it to your desired timestamp.
Repeat the same step using the other trim handle.
Once done, click 'Save' in the top-right corner.
Tap 'Confirm Changes' to continue.
After completing these steps, the selected YouTube video will be trimmed instantly.
Quick answer: To trim a video in YouTube Studio, open Content, click Details for your video, and select Editor. Click Get Started, choose Trim & Cut, and drag the trim handles to your desired timestamps. Finally, click Save and Confirm Changes to instantly trim your video.
About this YouTube tutorial
Edit and trim your YouTube videos quickly inside YouTube Studio using the built-in editor and trim handles. Save changes instantly. This guide shows how to trim a Video in YouTube Studio in 10 steps, starting with "Head over to the left-side panel and click 'Content'" and finishing with "After completing these steps, the selected YouTube video will be trimmed instantly". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real YouTube interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to trim a Video in YouTube Studio?
10 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 YouTube data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under YouTube. Related guides: How to Turn on the Comments on YouTube Studio, How to Update the Location on YouTube Studio and How to Upload a Video to YouTube Studio. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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