How to Crop a Video in iMovie

IMovie is a popular video editing software that comes pre-installed on Mac devices. If you're wondering how to crop a video clip in iMovie, this guide will walk you through the process step by step.

After importing your video into iMovie, you may want to clean up your footage and remove parts you don't like, keeping only the best moments of your movie. To achieve this, you can use the crop feature in iMovie. Here's how:

Step 1: Create a Video

To get started, click on the 'Create a Video' button in iMovie.

Cropping Videos using iMovie

Once you've created a new project, select the video you want to crop from your device or import it into iMovie. To access the crop feature, go to the 'Timeline' and select the video clip you want to edit.

Reset Crop Adjustments

If you need to reset all crop adjustments, click on the 'Reset' button in the top-right corner of the screen.

Changing Aspect Ratio

Unfortunately, it's not possible to change the aspect ratio of a cropped video in iMovie. The default aspect ratio is 16:9, and you can't adjust it.

Cropping Videos on iOS Devices

If you're using an iPhone or iPad, you'll need to follow these steps:

1. Open iMovie for iOS.

2. Tap on 'Projects' and click the '+' button to create a new project.

3. Select 'Movie' and choose the video you want to crop.

4. Use a pinch gesture to zoom and crop the video.

Cropping Videos on Computer

If you're using a Mac, follow these steps:

1. Open iMovie for Mac.

2. Click on the 'Crop' button in the top-right corner of the screen.

3. Adjust the crop frame as needed.

4. Click 'Done' to export the cropped video.

Alternative: Crop Videos Online with FlexClip

If you're not comfortable using iMovie or want a more flexible cropping experience, consider using FlexClip, a free online video editor that supports all mainstream video formats. With FlexClip, you can choose from various aspect ratios, including 16:9, 1:1, and 9:16.

Cropping videos in iMovie may seem complicated at first, but with these steps, you'll be able to clean up your footage and keep only the best moments of your movie. Remember that you can't change the aspect ratio of a cropped video in iMovie, but FlexClip offers more flexibility if needed.

Additional Resource: 'How to Create a Stunning YouTube Video' for more video editing tips and tricks!

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