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How to Trim the Middle of a Video | Windows 10 Video Editor | Free

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Introduction

Hey everyone! Today, we're going to show you how to [trim the middle](https://www.topview.ai/blog/detail/How-to-Trim-Videos-in-Windows-10-Video-Editor-Free "How to Trim Videos in Windows 10 Video Editor Free") of a video using the free video editor in Windows 10. Maybe you've filmed an entire video and only need the beginning and end sections. We're going to show you how to easily remove the middle part of your video for free. We'll be using the Windows 10 Video Editor, which is part of the Photos app on your Windows 10 computer.

Getting Started

If you're new here, my name is Ken, and this is Northern Viking Every Day. We bring you videos on reviews and how-to's, so please consider subscribing to avoid missing out on any upcoming videos. Now, let's dive into my Windows 10 computer and show you how to trim out the middle of your video.

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Locate Your Video Clip:

    • Make sure you have your video clip ready. For this demonstration, we use a 24-second clip from a cruise to Alaska. The length of your clip does not matter.

  2. Open the Windows 10 Video Editor:

    • Access the Video Editor through the Photos app on your Windows 10 computer. You can find it by:
      • Navigating to the Photos app in your Start Menu, or
      • Typing "Video Editor" in the search bar.
    • If the Video Editor isn't appearing, you might need to update your Photos app via the Microsoft Store.

  3. Create a New Project:

    • Click on "New Video Project" and name your video project (e.g., "Trimmed Video"). This will be the name of the output file later on.

  4. Import Your Video File:

    • Drag and drop your video file into the Project Library. Then, drag the imported file down to the Storyboard.

  5. Adjust the Orientation (if needed):

    • If your video was filmed vertically or in a different orientation, click on the three dots in the top right-hand corner and select "Make Portrait" or "Make Landscape" as needed.

  6. Split Your Video Clip:

    • Click on the video clip in the Storyboard and click the "Split" button.
    • Use the timeline to find the point just before the section you want to remove and split the clip.

  7. Trim the Second Clip:

    • Select the second clip and click "Trim." Use the handles to select the new starting point after the unwanted section and click "Done."

  8. Check the Trimming:

    • Play the video to ensure the editing is smooth and seamless. Adjust as necessary.

  9. **Export the Final Video:**

    • Click "Finish Video" and select the quality (recommend 1080p for the highest quality).
    • Choose a location to save the file, name it, and click "Export."

You should now have successfully trimmed the middle of your video!

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FAQ

1. What is the Windows 10 Video Editor?

  • The Windows 10 Video Editor is a free video editing tool included within the Photos app on Windows 10 systems.

2. How do I open the Windows 10 Video Editor?

  • You can open it through the Photos app in the Start Menu or by typing "Video Editor" in the search bar.

3. What should I do if the Video Editor doesn't appear?

  • Update your Photos app via the Microsoft Store.

4. How can I change the orientation of my video?

  • Click on the three dots in the top right-hand corner and select "Make Portrait" or "Make Landscape."

5. How do I split my video clip?

  • Select the video in the Storyboard and click the "Split" button. Use the timeline to find the desired split point.

6. How to trim the unwanted section from the second clip?

  • Select the second clip, click "Trim," use the handles to set the new start point, and click "Done."

7. How do I export the final video?

  • Click "Finish Video," select the video quality, choose save location, name the file, and click "Export."