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What is ripple edit?
Short answer
A ripple edit trims or deletes a clip and moves everything after it to close the gap automatically. A ripple delete removes a section and pulls later clips earlier, which speeds up cutting out mistakes. A normal delete leaves a gap, which can break sync with other tracks.
How is ripple edit used in editing?
Editors use ripple delete to cut pauses and flubs fast in a talking video. It can desync audio and video on other tracks if they are not linked.
What mistakes do people make?
- Rippling across locked tracks
- Breaking audio sync
- Forgetting to unlink clips
Do I need it with a skill?
A skill like Layers removes pauses and filler automatically, so you would only ripple when polishing the render.
Frequently asked questions
What is a gap?
Empty space left after a delete.
Is ripple edit safe?
Mostly, if tracks are linked.
Which shortcut?
It varies by editor.
What is a roll edit?
A trim that changes the cut point between clips.
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