How to Trim Video in Descript
- George Apostolov
How to Trim Video in Descript: step-by-step guide
In the timeline, click on the video clip you want to trim.
Drag the playhead (the vertical line) to the beginning or end of the section you want to cut.
Right-click on the video clip and select "Split clip" to split the video into two clips.
You can also select "Cut" to cut the section of the video.
Move the playhead to the point where you want the cut to end, and split the video again.
You can "Delete" the unwanted section by selecting it and pressing Delete or Backspace.
Quick answer: To trim video in Descript, click the clip in the timeline, drag the playhead to the cut point, right-click and select Split clip, and then delete or cut the unwanted section.
About this Descript tutorial
Trim video clips in Descript by splitting sections in the timeline and removing unwanted footage with the delete key. This guide shows how to trim Video in Descript in 6 steps, starting with "In the timeline, click on the video clip you want to trim" and finishing with "You can ' Delete' the unwanted section by selecting it and pressing Delete or Backspace ". 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 trim Video in Descript?
6 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 Undo in Descript, How to Uninstall Descript and How to Update Descript. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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