How Do You Change the Length of a Video in Canva?

When it comes to video editing, Canva offers a user-friendly platform that allows you to make various changes to your videos. One important aspect of editing videos is adjusting their length. In this tutorial, we'll explore how you can easily change the length of a video in Canva.

Step 1: Access the Canva Video Editor

To get started, open Canva and navigate to the Video Editor. If you don't have an account yet, you can quickly create one for free. Once you're in the editor, select the video you want to modify from your library or upload a new one.

Step 2: Trim the Video

Canva provides a simple way to trim or cut your video to the desired length.

1. Select the video on the timeline by clicking on it.
2. Click on the "Trim" icon located at the top left corner of the screen.
3. This will open a trimming bar below your video preview where you can adjust its duration.
4. Drag either end of the trimming bar inward or outward to shorten or lengthen your video respectively.

Tips:

• If you want to be more precise, hover over either end of the trimming bar and a time indicator will appear. You can then input specific start and end times for your video using this indicator.
• To maintain aspect ratio while changing video length, hold down the Shift key while dragging either end of the trimming bar.
• If needed, you can also use the playhead (located above your trimming bar) to preview your changes in real-time.

Step 3: Apply the Changes

Once you're satisfied with the new length of your video, it's time to apply the changes.

1. Click on the "Apply" button located below the trimming bar.
2. Your video will now be updated with the new length.

Step 4: Save and Export

The last step is to save and export your edited video.

1. Click on the "Done" button at the top right corner of the screen.
2. In the pop-up window, choose your desired video quality and format options.
3. Click on "Download" and wait for Canva to process your video.
4. Your edited video will then be downloaded onto your computer or device.

Congratulations! You've successfully changed the length of a video in Canva. Now you can use this knowledge to create videos that fit perfectly within your desired timeframe. Happy editing!