Editing the quality of a Zoom recording in just 4 easy steps
Trimming and editing Zoom recordings is a must for fishing the richest nuggets of information from video recordings.
But while you already know that, you're likely putting off doing so since you're thinking you'll have to master a myriad of different apps for editing Zoom recordings.
But, it's really not that complicated.
Trim a Zoom recording in as simple as four steps.
Let's show you how to edit a Zoom recording in this post. In addition, we'll discuss how you can caption your videos for greater access.
Keep calm, or watch this instructional video to understand how to do it:
Why do you need to edit an Zoom recording?
Marketers who are smart know that edited content is always more effective than the original version.
The master copy has its worth. However, would anybody want to watch a two-hour long video in order to get the chance to learn a couple of instructions that are shared? Not to mention that you won't be able to get maximum value from your video content without editing it.
Trimming a webinar, for instance, could result in short clips which share helpful tips for your social media fans. Or, if you're sharing a recording of your recent webinar, you'll want to get rid of the let's-wait-for-people-to-join beginning.
All that does wonders for not only grabbing your audience's attention as well as improving the user experience. Automatically upload your Zoom meetings with
The best software for trimming video clips.
We've now made the case to edit your Zoom videos, let's chat about the software that can help you achieve it.
The ideal Zoom Video editing software ought to:
- It's easy to use. After all, who's got the time to master new software?
- It makes it easy to save edited video clips
- Help you edit both on the desktop as well as on mobile devices.
Once in, trim your video by following the steps: upload video and select the portion of the video you wish to save, and save. That's it. But here's the fun part: not only is saving edited video clips is a breeze Sharing them can be just as easy as clicking a link or hitting publish on social networks. Let's go over the specifics of trimming the zoom of a video.
Editing an Zoom recording on your computer
It will require your Zoom video recording device and account to edit videos right now.
Have your hands on both? Awesome. Do these steps to make it happen now:
1. Upload the Zoom recording. It's as easy as simply dragging your recording and dropping it on the upload page.2. The scissor icon is on the bottom right of the video you uploaded. It will bring you to the page for trimming.
2. The scissor icon is on the bottom right of the uploaded video. This will lead you to the page for trimming.
3. Drag and drag - to shorten or expand using the handles on the timeline frame to trim the desired portion of your video (as seen as shown in GIF below)
Pro Tip Prior to beginning cutting, take note of the record's timing stamps you'd like to save. Then, make sure the time stamps at the bottom of the trimming page reflect it. This can save you a great deal of time, and cut the desired length precisely and precisely.
4. Press Save and then you're done.
Now, for sharing your video, we've got two options available to those of you who want to share your video:
- Share it using an unlisted link
- Publish directly to your social channels
- Use the embed code of the website to push it on your website
Be aware that if you're using for free, the trimmed video is going to replace the original one. If you're a paid member (Plus plan member or above) The trimmed version will save as a new version of the original video.
Edit and cut the length of a Zoom recording on either an iPhone or Android
Do you want to make edits on Zoom videos from your phone? Whether you're an iPhone user or an Android lover, we've got your back.
Follow along:
1. Select and upload the video to your phone's gallery by clicking the + symbol at the bottom right of the mobile app.
2. Choose Edit and swipe left to choose the clip you want to cut. Then, click on the Clock icon.
3. Tap, hold, and slide the trimming bar to specify the clip you want to keep. When done, click Save. Voila!
For sharing the edited clip now. You've the same options as with the web application You can use the URL that's not listed to keep it to yourself, embed on the website, or push on social.
Saving and storing Zoom video recordings
The topic of saving options you get with .
The best part? Every member of your team is able to use the video center depending upon the access rights you grant them. That means you have the ability to transform your team members into administrators, viewers as well as contributors to the database.
How do you add captions to your stored Zoom recordings
Do you want to make your Zoom recording accessible to folks who have hearing difficulties? Add captions or written text explaining what's happening in the video.Now when you play videos, enabling captions is as easy as pressing the CC button on the right side of the player, and then selecting the language they prefer.
1. Go back to the Zoom recording, and then transcribe it
Don't forget to mention your speaker's ID (if any) as well as audio cues. You can also install software to transcribe videos on a regular basis. If you do that it is important to check the subtitles carefully to spot any funny machine errors.
2. Make an SRT file
Its SubRip Subtitle (.SRT) file is the common format to use for subtitles. It is required to add your captions.
3. Add the captions file in your video
In your player, head to the additional settings for your video using the Advanced option from the left side. Select the Distribution tab and then click the Subtitles section.
Next, pick then the +button and then fill in the details that pertain to captions' file and its language.
Click the File buttonto upload the .SRT file from your computer. Once your file uploads switch it on to enable captions.
Want to edit or remove captions? Select the three dots that appear on the file's title and select the desired option (replace deleted, replace upload, edit, or download) by clicking on the menu.
Wonderful news
If you're an Enterprise user, then you don't have to manually add captions. Our system automatically transcribes the entirety of your videos once you upload them.
Trim your Zoom recordings today
All that's left to say! You'll be able to agree with me that the answer to how to modify a zoom video is fairly simple.
So from now on, focus on making useful videos, removing the fluff. While you're at making your videos, add captions that make your videos more user-friendly. However, you must first register to ensure you have your gear at the ready. Once you've signed up, it's going to be an easy task.