VN Video Editing 101

Learn about basic video editing for your first video in VN Video Editor.

Updated July 20, 2026 · 10 min read

Video Editing

Select one video track to edit.

Drag the handle to trim video.

Zoom in the timeline for more precise editing.

Zoom out to preview the entire timeline.

Long press a video clip to swap.

Add Video Clips

Tap the [+] to add video clips.

Tap the + to add video clips

Move to the end and Tap the [+] to add an outro clip.

Move to the end and Tap the + to add an outro clip

Change Video Ratio

1. Tap on the aspect ratio at the top of the editor interface.

Tap on the aspect ratio at the top of the editor interface

2. Select the most suitable ratio for your video.

Select the most suitable ratio for your video

Trim Videos Precisely

Multiple scales, support precise video trimming to the frame.

Split and Adjust Video Clip Duration

Move the timeline to the split point and Tap [Split].

Select the video clip and Tap the [Trim] to set the clip duration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about trimming, splitting, arranging clips, aspect ratios, timeline behavior, saving, and exporting in VN.

Which aspect ratio should I choose for my video?

Choose the aspect ratio that matches where the video will be viewed. Use a vertical ratio such as 9:16 for platform such as TikTok or Youtube Shorts, 16:9 for long form YouTube video, or 4:5 for Instagram post/reel. You can change the ratio from the control at the top of the editor.

Why is my video cropped after I change the aspect ratio?

Cropping can occur when the shape of the source clip does not match the project aspect ratio. Select the clip and adjust its crop, scale, or position so the important part of the footage remains inside the frame.

Can I use portrait and landscape clips in the same VN project?

Yes. A project can contain clips with different orientations, but the project uses one canvas ratio. Adjust the crop, scale, position, or background of individual clips so they fit that canvas correctly.

Does VN save my editing project automatically?

Yes. VN supports auto-save. You can manage saved projects from the home page, including renaming, duplicating, moving, sharing, or deleting a project.

Does VN save my projects to the cloud?

No. VN does not provide cloud storage for projects. Signing in to your VN account does not back up or sync your projects. To preserve a project, export it manually and save the project file in a secure location.

Can I continue editing a project on another device?

Yes. Follow the steps in Project Sharing to share the project file, then use this project file in the VN app on other platforms

How do I create a project based on music beats?

Follow the steps in How to Create a BeatsClips Project? so your video match the music beats perfectly

Why did later clips move or leave a gap after I edited a clip?

Timeline behavior depends on Main Track Mode and Auto-Ripple. The default Quick Mode keeps main-track clips connected. If you switch to Pro Mode, Auto-Ripple moves later clips after an edit, while turning Auto-Ripple off keeps their timestamps and can leave a gap. For more about this topic, visit: Editor Preferences

Why did my text, audio, or overlays move out of sync when I rearranged a clip?

Check the Track Linkage setting in Editor Preferences. When Track Linkage is enabled, related Text, Audio, Overlay, and other elements can move with or be deleted with the main-track clip. When it is disabled, those elements keep their existing timeline positions. For more about this topic, visit: Editor Preferences