{"id":270070,"date":"2025-02-08T05:31:14","date_gmt":"2025-02-08T13:31:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/?p=270070"},"modified":"2025-02-08T05:31:18","modified_gmt":"2025-02-08T13:31:18","slug":"how-to-crop-a-screen-recording","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-crop-a-screen-recording\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Crop a Screen Recording for Better Video Quality?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>You\u2019ve just finished recording a tutorial, and then you notice unnecessary toolbars, cluttered backgrounds, and awkward borders taking up valuable screen space.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s frustrating, right?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These distractions pull attention away from your content and make even the best videos look unprofessional. The good news is that they\u2019re easy to fix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With the right cropping techniques, you can clean up your video and give it a polished, professional finish. In this post, we\u2019ll walk you through how to crop a screen recording for a sharper, distraction-free result. \ud83c\udfaf<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cu-buttons\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clickup.com\/signup?utm_source=organic&amp;utm_medium=owned&amp;utm_campaign=org_owned_ar_aau_acq_blog_all-devices_x_lp_x_all-departments_x_growth_play&amp;utm_term=2022-01-01&amp;utm_content=us_interest_x\" class=\"cu-button cu-button--purple cu-button--improved\">Create, store, and manage screen recordings in one place with ClickUp<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-9d91a0a7-70b2-473f-ab0d-2c23366353ac\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\">How to Crop a Screen Recording for Better Video Quality?<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column \">\n\t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-crop-a-screen-recording\/#1-why-should-you-crop-your-screen-recordings\" style=\"\">Why Should You Crop Your Screen Recordings?<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-crop-a-screen-recording\/#2-how-to-crop-a-screen-recording-on-windows\" style=\"\">How to Crop a Screen Recording on Windows<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-crop-a-screen-recording\/#3-method-1-using-vlc-media-player\" style=\"\">Method 1: Using VLC Media Player<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-crop-a-screen-recording\/#4-method-2-using-dedicated-screen-recording-software\" style=\"\">Method 2: Using dedicated screen recording software<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-crop-a-screen-recording\/#5-how-to-crop-a-screen-recording-on-macos\" style=\"\">How to Crop a Screen Recording on macOS<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-crop-a-screen-recording\/#6-method-1-using-imovie-\" style=\"\">Method 1: Using iMovie\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-crop-a-screen-recording\/#7-method-2-utilizing-quicktime-for-cropping\" style=\"\">Method 2: Utilizing QuickTime for cropping<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-crop-a-screen-recording\/#8-how-to-crop-screen-recordings-on-mobile-devices\" style=\"\">How to Crop Screen Recordings on Mobile Devices<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-crop-a-screen-recording\/#9-cropping-screen-recordings-on-iphone-ios-\" style=\"\">Cropping screen recordings on iPhone (iOS)\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-crop-a-screen-recording\/#10-how-to-crop-screen-recordings-on-android-devices\" style=\"\">How to crop screen recordings on Android devices<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-crop-a-screen-recording\/#11-advanced-cropping-techniques-and-tips\" style=\"\">Advanced Cropping Techniques and Tips<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-crop-a-screen-recording\/#12-clickup-tools-for-screen-recording-management\" style=\"\">ClickUp Tools for Screen Recording Management<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div style=\"border: 3px solid #000000; border-radius: 0%; background-color: inherit; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-fb225a86-1aad-4d4b-b7fb-0f3a72c305f4\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-%E2%8F%B0-60-second-summary\">\u23f0 60-Second Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cropping screen recordings eliminates distractions and focuses the viewer&#8217;s attention. Clean, cropped videos enhance professionalism and presentation quality<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>VLC Media Player <\/em>offers free, step-by-step cropping options for Windows PC users<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dedicated tools like <em>OBS Studio <\/em>and <em>Camtasia<\/em> simplify video cropping with visual controls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>macOS users can crop recordings with <em>iMovie <\/em>or complement them with <em>QuickTime <\/em>for trimming<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>iPhones enable intuitive cropping using the <em>Photos <\/em>app with predefined aspect ratios<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Android users can crop videos via <em>Google Photos<\/em> or third-party apps like <em>CapCut<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An everything app for work like <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/signup\">ClickUp<\/a> can help you create, store, and manage screen recordings in one place for easy access<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cu-buttons\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/signup\" class=\"cu-button cu-button--purple cu-button--improved\">Try ClickUp for Free<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-why-should-you-crop-your-screen-recordings\">Why Should You Crop Your Screen Recordings?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Screen recordings are full of valuable content, but distractions like notifications or empty spaces can take away from the message. Cropping helps focus your viewer\u2019s attention on what truly matters. Here\u2019s why it\u2019s a must for your recordings. \ud83d\udcc3&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Keeps viewers hooked: <\/strong>Cutting out the clutter helps viewers stay locked in on what matters, making it easier to follow and understand your message<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enhances video presentation: <\/strong>Clean and well-cropped videos look polished and professional, making tutorials, product demos, and <a href=\"\/blog?p=169112\">recorded presentations<\/a> more engaging<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Easier to share and watch: <\/strong>Cropping cuts file size, making your videos quicker to upload, easier to share, and smoother to watch on mobile devices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-how-to-crop-a-screen-recording-on-windows\">How to Crop a Screen Recording on Windows<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cropping screen recordings on Windows is simple\u2014whether you use built-in tools or third-party software, here\u2019s how to make your videos look sharp and professional. \ud83d\udc81&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-method-1-using-vlc-media-player\">Method 1: Using VLC Media Player<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>VLC Media Player isn\u2019t just for playback\u2014it\u2019s a free, lightweight tool with handy editing features like cropping. Here\u2019s how to crop your screen recordings:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #1: Launch VLC Media Player<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start by opening VLC on your computer. Ensure the application is updated to the latest version to access all the necessary features.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"758\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Launch-VLC-Media-Player-1400x758.png\" alt=\"How to Crop a Screen Recording: Launch VLC Media Player\" class=\"wp-image-270088\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Launch-VLC-Media-Player-1400x758.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Launch-VLC-Media-Player-300x163.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Launch-VLC-Media-Player-768x416.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Launch-VLC-Media-Player-1536x832.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Launch-VLC-Media-Player-700x379.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Launch-VLC-Media-Player.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #2:<\/strong> <strong>Load your screen recording&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Click on the <strong>Media<\/strong> menu<em> <\/em>in the top navigation bar and select <strong>Open File<\/strong>. Browse your system to locate and open the screen recording you want to crop.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"758\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Load-your-screen-recording-1400x758.png\" alt=\"Load your screen recording\" class=\"wp-image-270102\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Load-your-screen-recording-1400x758.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Load-your-screen-recording-300x163.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Load-your-screen-recording-768x416.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Load-your-screen-recording-1536x832.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Load-your-screen-recording-700x379.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Load-your-screen-recording.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #3: Access Effects and Filters<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Navigate to the<em> <\/em>Tools menu and select <strong>Effects and Filters<\/strong>. This menu contains options to modify the appearance of your video.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"758\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Access-Effects-and-Filters-1400x758.png\" alt=\"Access Effects and Filters\" class=\"wp-image-270103\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Access-Effects-and-Filters-1400x758.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Access-Effects-and-Filters-300x163.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Access-Effects-and-Filters-768x416.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Access-Effects-and-Filters-1536x832.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Access-Effects-and-Filters-700x379.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Access-Effects-and-Filters.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #4: Go to the Video Effects Tab&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the <strong>Effects and Filters<\/strong> window, switch to the <strong>Video Effects<\/strong> tab and click the <strong>Crop<\/strong> sub-tab. This section allows you to enter specific values for cropping.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"758\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Go-to-the-Video-Effects-Tab--1400x758.png\" alt=\"Go to the Video Effects Tab\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-270104\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Go-to-the-Video-Effects-Tab--1400x758.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Go-to-the-Video-Effects-Tab--300x163.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Go-to-the-Video-Effects-Tab--768x416.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Go-to-the-Video-Effects-Tab--1536x832.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Go-to-the-Video-Effects-Tab--700x379.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Go-to-the-Video-Effects-Tab-.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #5: Enter crop values&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enter the pixel values for the areas you want to crop from the <strong>Top<\/strong>, <strong>Bottom<\/strong>, <strong>Left<\/strong>, and <strong>Right<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"758\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Enter-crop-values--1400x758.png\" alt=\" Enter crop values\u00a0:  How to Crop a Screen Recording\" class=\"wp-image-270107\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Enter-crop-values--1400x758.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Enter-crop-values--300x163.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Enter-crop-values--768x416.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Enter-crop-values--1536x832.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Enter-crop-values--700x379.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Enter-crop-values-.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #d9edf7; color: #31708f; border-left-color: #31708f; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-notification-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-7cac3bed-7b83-4be1-9db0-fde6b2efd832\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-notification-content-\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Heads Up:<\/strong> VLC doesn\u2019t show a real-time preview for cropping, so adjust the pixel values slowly. For a balanced look, use the same value for opposite sides\u2014Top and Bottom or Left and Right.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #6: Save the cropped video&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Happy with the crop? Go to <strong>Media<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Convert\/Save<\/strong>, add your video, choose <strong>MP4<\/strong>, click the wrench for settings, enable cropping, select a folder, and hit <strong>Start<\/strong> to save.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"758\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Save-the-cropped-video--1400x758.png\" alt=\"Save the cropped video\" class=\"wp-image-270110\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Save-the-cropped-video--1400x758.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Save-the-cropped-video--300x163.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Save-the-cropped-video--768x416.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Save-the-cropped-video--1536x832.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Save-the-cropped-video--700x379.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Save-the-cropped-video-.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-method-2-using-dedicated-screen-recording-software\">Method 2: Using dedicated screen recording software<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dedicated <a href=\"\/blog?p=108565\">screen recording tools software for Windows<\/a> often comes with built-in editing features that simplify cropping. Applications like OBS Studio, Camtasia, or Bandicam provide flexibility and visual controls.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s walk through how you can use them:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #1: Select the right software&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Choose a screen and webcam recording tool with cropping functionality. OBS Studio and Camtasia are good options for advanced users, while Bandicam offers a beginner-friendly interface.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"758\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Select-the-right-software-1400x758.jpg\" alt=\"Select the right software : How to Crop a Screen Recording\" class=\"wp-image-270125\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Select-the-right-software-1400x758.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Select-the-right-software-300x162.jpg 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Select-the-right-software-768x416.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Select-the-right-software-1536x831.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Select-the-right-software-700x379.jpg 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Select-the-right-software.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Open an editing tool like OBS where you wish to crop your video<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #2: Open the software tool and import your recording&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Launch your chosen software and load your screen recording. This option is typically located in a menu like <em>File <\/em>&gt; <em>Open<\/em> or <em>Import Media<\/em>.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"758\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Open-the-software-tool-and-import-your-recording--1400x758.jpg\" alt=\"Open the software tool and import your recording\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-270128\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Open-the-software-tool-and-import-your-recording--1400x758.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Open-the-software-tool-and-import-your-recording--300x162.jpg 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Open-the-software-tool-and-import-your-recording--768x416.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Open-the-software-tool-and-import-your-recording--1536x831.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Open-the-software-tool-and-import-your-recording--700x379.jpg 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Open-the-software-tool-and-import-your-recording-.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Open the media source on OBS&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #3: Locate the cropping tool&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Explore the screen recorder tool\u2019s editing options to find the <a href=\"\/blog?p=179164\">snipping tool<\/a>. Look for tabs or menus labeled <em>Edit<\/em>, <em>Trim<\/em>, or <em>Crop<\/em>. Most tools provide an easy-to-identify cropping icon or button.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Locate-the-cropping-tool--1400x788.jpg\" alt=\"Locate the cropping tool\u00a0: How to Crop a Screen Recording\" class=\"wp-image-270132\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Locate-the-cropping-tool--1400x788.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Locate-the-cropping-tool--300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Locate-the-cropping-tool--768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Locate-the-cropping-tool--1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Locate-the-cropping-tool--700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Locate-the-cropping-tool-.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Locate the cropping tool&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #4: Define the area&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the selection tool to highlight the specific area of the video you want to retain. Depending on the tool&#8217;s capabilities, you can drag the edges or enter the exact dimensions to adjust the cropping box.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"757\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Define-the-area-1400x757.jpg\" alt=\"Define the area \" class=\"wp-image-270135\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Define-the-area-1400x757.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Define-the-area-300x162.jpg 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Define-the-area-768x415.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Define-the-area-1536x830.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Define-the-area-700x378.jpg 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Define-the-area.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Add exact dimensions for cropping&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #5: Apply and preview changes&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Confirm the crop and preview the edited video to ensure it meets your expectations. Some tools offer a split-screen view to compare the cropped version with the original.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"758\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Apply-and-preview-changes--1400x758.jpg\" alt=\"Apply and preview changes\u00a0: How to Crop a Screen Recording\" class=\"wp-image-270137\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Apply-and-preview-changes--1400x758.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Apply-and-preview-changes--300x162.jpg 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Apply-and-preview-changes--768x416.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Apply-and-preview-changes--1536x831.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Apply-and-preview-changes--700x379.jpg 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Apply-and-preview-changes-.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Apply and preview changes&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #6: Export the cropped video&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once cropped, save the video with <em>Export or Save As<\/em>. Pick a file format and quality, like MP4, which offers good quality and smaller file sizes.<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #d9edf7; color: #31708f; border-left-color: #31708f; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-notification-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-bea54247-d82c-4293-ae43-80da1c9904f9\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-notification-content-\"><strong>\ud83d\udcd6Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/free-screen-recorder-no-watermark\/\">What are the Best Free Screen Recorders Without Watermarks?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-how-to-crop-a-screen-recording-on-macos\">How to Crop a Screen Recording on macOS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>macOS offers intuitive video editing tools, making it simple to crop screen recordings. Whether you&#8217;re using iMovie, online editors, or <a href=\"\/blog?p=68805\">screen recording Chrome extensions<\/a>, you can easily create a polished final product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a step-by-step guide to cropping a video on macOS. \ud83d\udcab<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-method-1-using-imovie-\">Method 1: Using iMovie&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>iMovie is a great video editing tool pre-installed on macOS. It provides solid cropping capabilities, making it a video editor ideal for focused screen recordings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s look at the steps:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #1: Create a new project&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Launch iMovie from your <em>Applications <\/em>folder or <em>Spotlight Search. <\/em>Click <em>Create New <\/em>and select <em>Movie <\/em>to begin a new project. This will open a blank workspace for editing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"771\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Create-a-new-project--1400x771.png\" alt=\"Create a new project\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-270139\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Create-a-new-project--1400x771.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Create-a-new-project--300x165.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Create-a-new-project--768x423.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Create-a-new-project--1536x846.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Create-a-new-project--700x385.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Create-a-new-project-.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #2: Import your screen recording&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Click the <em>Import Media <\/em>button. Navigate to your screen recording file, select it, and click <em>Import Selected. <\/em>Drag the imported video from the media library into the timeline at the bottom of the screen.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"734\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Import-your-screen-recording-2-1400x734.png\" alt=\"Import your screen recording : How to Crop a Screen Recording\" class=\"wp-image-270185\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Import-your-screen-recording-2-1400x734.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Import-your-screen-recording-2-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Import-your-screen-recording-2-768x402.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Import-your-screen-recording-2-1536x805.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Import-your-screen-recording-2-700x367.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Import-your-screen-recording-2.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #3: Select the clip for editing and access cropping tools<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Click the video clip in the timeline to activate the editing tools, and a border will appear around it. In the preview panel, click the <em>Crop to Fill<\/em> button, and an adjustable frame will appear over your full video clip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"358\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Select-the-clip-for-editing-and-access-cropping-tools-1-1400x358.png\" alt=\"Select the clip for editing and access cropping tools\" class=\"wp-image-270193\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Select-the-clip-for-editing-and-access-cropping-tools-1-1400x358.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Select-the-clip-for-editing-and-access-cropping-tools-1-300x77.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Select-the-clip-for-editing-and-access-cropping-tools-1-768x196.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Select-the-clip-for-editing-and-access-cropping-tools-1-1536x393.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Select-the-clip-for-editing-and-access-cropping-tools-1-700x179.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Select-the-clip-for-editing-and-access-cropping-tools-1.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #4: Adjust the cropping frame and preview&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Drag the edges of the frame to focus on the area you want, keeping the aspect ratio consistent for a balanced look. Preview the crop using playback, and once you&#8217;re happy, click <em>Apply<\/em> to finalize.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"367\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Adjust-the-cropping-frame-and-preview--1400x367.png\" alt=\"Adjust the cropping frame and preview : How to Crop a Screen Recording\" class=\"wp-image-270195\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Adjust-the-cropping-frame-and-preview--1400x367.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Adjust-the-cropping-frame-and-preview--300x79.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Adjust-the-cropping-frame-and-preview--768x201.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Adjust-the-cropping-frame-and-preview--1536x402.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Adjust-the-cropping-frame-and-preview--700x183.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Adjust-the-cropping-frame-and-preview-.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #5: Export the cropped video&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Click the <em>Share<\/em> button in the top-right corner of iMovie. Choose File or another export option like YouTube, adjust the resolution and quality, and then save and upload the file to your chosen location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"762\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Export-the-cropped-video--1400x762.png\" alt=\"Export the cropped video\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-270197\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Export-the-cropped-video--1400x762.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Export-the-cropped-video--300x163.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Export-the-cropped-video--768x418.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Export-the-cropped-video--1536x836.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Export-the-cropped-video--700x381.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Export-the-cropped-video-.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #d9edf7; color: #31708f; border-left-color: #31708f; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-notification-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-aad1d83b-b42c-43f6-b68c-859a232e200e\">\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a829d163227fb123076449c9d33906a7\" id=\"ub-styled-box-notification-content-\">\ud83d\udca1<strong>FYI:<\/strong> If your video has standard dimensions, use the default aspect ratios for faster editing.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-method-2-utilizing-quicktime-for-cropping\">Method 2: Utilizing QuickTime for cropping<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>QuickTime is a simple media player with basic editing functions like trimming. While it doesn\u2019t have cropping tools, it works well alongside other <a href=\"\/blog?p=60625\">Mac screen recorders<\/a> for a smooth workflow.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s see how you can use it:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #1: Load the screen recording&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find <em>QuickTime Player <\/em>in your <em>Applications <\/em>folder or search for it with <em>Spotlight Search. <\/em>Click <em>File &gt; Open File\u2026<\/em> and select <strong>New Screen Recording<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"594\" height=\"712\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Load-the-screen-recording.png\" alt=\"Load the screen recording \" class=\"wp-image-270199\" style=\"width:350px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Load-the-screen-recording.png 594w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Load-the-screen-recording-250x300.png 250w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 594px) 100vw, 594px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #2: Record the video&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To remove unwanted sections from the start or end of your video, click <strong>Edit <\/strong>&gt; <strong>Trim<\/strong>. Adjust the yellow trimming handles in the playback bar to isolate the desired portion. Press <strong>Trim <\/strong>to apply changes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1226\" height=\"1011\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Record-video-with-QuickTime.png\" alt=\"Record video with QuickTime\" class=\"wp-image-270970\" style=\"width:596px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Record-video-with-QuickTime.png 1226w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Record-video-with-QuickTime-300x247.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Record-video-with-QuickTime-768x633.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Record-video-with-QuickTime-700x577.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1226px) 100vw, 1226px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1210\" height=\"336\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Clickup-Brain-1.png\" alt=\"Clickup Brain : How to Crop a Screen Recording\" class=\"wp-image-270203\" style=\"width:730px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Clickup-Brain-1.png 1210w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Clickup-Brain-1-300x83.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Clickup-Brain-1-768x213.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Clickup-Brain-1-700x194.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1210px) 100vw, 1210px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>You can even adjust the playback speed of the recording.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1398\" height=\"850\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Adjust-the-playback-speed-in-QuickTime.png\" alt=\"Adjust the playback speed in QuickTime\" class=\"wp-image-270973\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Adjust-the-playback-speed-in-QuickTime.png 1398w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Adjust-the-playback-speed-in-QuickTime-300x182.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Adjust-the-playback-speed-in-QuickTime-768x467.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Adjust-the-playback-speed-in-QuickTime-700x426.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1398px) 100vw, 1398px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #3: Save the edited video&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Click <strong>File <\/strong>&gt; <strong>Export As<\/strong><em> <\/em>to export the trimmed video and choose a resolution like 1080p or 720p. Since QuickTime doesn\u2019t crop videos, open the exported file in iMovie or third-party software to crop further as needed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"774\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Save-edited-video-in-QuickTime-1400x774.png\" alt=\"Save edited video in QuickTime\" class=\"wp-image-270975\" style=\"width:720px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Save-edited-video-in-QuickTime-1400x774.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Save-edited-video-in-QuickTime-300x166.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Save-edited-video-in-QuickTime-768x424.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Save-edited-video-in-QuickTime-1536x849.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Save-edited-video-in-QuickTime-700x387.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Save-edited-video-in-QuickTime.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div style=\"border: 3px dotted #9b51e0; border-radius: 0%; background-color: inherit; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-f3915569-eabd-48b7-8d1c-cf856ea00a5d\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-bordered-content-\"><strong>\ud83d\udd0dDid You Know? <\/strong>QuickTime was originally developed by Apple in 1991 and was one of the first media players to support streaming video over the Internet. It paved the way for modern video players and editing tools!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-how-to-crop-screen-recordings-on-mobile-devices\">How to Crop Screen Recordings on Mobile Devices<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When editing on a laptop isn\u2019t convenient, like when you\u2019re traveling, short on time, or without access to your computer, your phone becomes the perfect alternative online video editor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>iPhone and Android devices offer built-in tools to crop screen recordings or remove distractions. Let\u2019s look at how! \ud83d\udcaa<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-cropping-screen-recordings-on-iphone-ios-\">Cropping screen recordings on iPhone (iOS)&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>iPhones have standard editing tools to help you refine a tutorial or enhance a presentation. The built-in <em>Photos <\/em>app offers an intuitive way to adjust your recordings. Let\u2019s understand how you can use it:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #1: Go to the Recents folder&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Launch the <em>Photos <\/em>app from your home screen and navigate through your albums or the <em>Recents <\/em>folder. Here, you\u2019ll find the screen recording you want to crop.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"647\" height=\"1400\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Cropping-screen-recordings-on-iPhone-iOS--647x1400.png\" alt=\"Cropping screen recordings on iPhone (iOS)\u00a0: How to Crop a Screen Recording\" class=\"wp-image-270210\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Cropping-screen-recordings-on-iPhone-iOS--647x1400.png 647w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Cropping-screen-recordings-on-iPhone-iOS--139x300.png 139w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Cropping-screen-recordings-on-iPhone-iOS--700x1516.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Cropping-screen-recordings-on-iPhone-iOS-.png 739w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 647px) 100vw, 647px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.descript.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Descript<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #2: Select the video and access editing tools&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tap the video thumbnail to open it in full-screen, then click the <strong>Edit<\/strong> button in the top-right corner to access the editing tools, including the crop tool.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"679\" height=\"1400\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Select-the-video-and-access-editing-tools--679x1400.png\" alt=\"Select the video and access editing tools\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-270213\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Select-the-video-and-access-editing-tools--679x1400.png 679w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Select-the-video-and-access-editing-tools--146x300.png 146w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Select-the-video-and-access-editing-tools--768x1584.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Select-the-video-and-access-editing-tools--745x1536.png 745w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Select-the-video-and-access-editing-tools--700x1443.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Select-the-video-and-access-editing-tools-.png 776w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 679px) 100vw, 679px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #3: Use the Crop tool&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tap the Crop icon, which resembles a square with overlapping lines, at the bottom of the screen. A grid overlay will appear on your video.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Drag the grid\u2019s corners or edges to focus on the area you want to keep. Tap the <em>Aspect Ratio <\/em>button in the right corner to select predefined aspect ratios such as 16:9 or square.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"647\" height=\"1400\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Use-the-Crop-tool--647x1400.png\" alt=\"Use the crop tool: How to Crop a Screen Recording\" class=\"wp-image-270215\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Use-the-Crop-tool--647x1400.png 647w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Use-the-Crop-tool--139x300.png 139w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Use-the-Crop-tool--700x1516.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Use-the-Crop-tool-.png 739w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 647px) 100vw, 647px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #d9edf7; color: #31708f; border-left-color: #31708f; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-notification-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-098e645c-15eb-4e30-88d8-cd8792e2274e\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-notification-content-\">\ud83d\udca1<strong>Pro Tip: <\/strong>Zoom in and out with two fingers for precise cropping. For social media, keep a consistent aspect ratio for a polished look.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #4: Save changes&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once satisfied, tap <em>Done <\/em>to save your edits. The cropped version will replace the original, but you can select <em>Revert to Original <\/em>in the edit menu to restore the previous version.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"647\" height=\"1400\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Save-changes--647x1400.png\" alt=\"Save changes\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-270217\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Save-changes--647x1400.png 647w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Save-changes--139x300.png 139w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Save-changes--700x1516.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Save-changes-.png 739w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 647px) 100vw, 647px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #d9edf7; color: #31708f; border-left-color: #31708f; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-notification-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-b6cdecc7-6d8f-477b-9ff0-d5ef43dae878\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-notification-content-\">\ud83d\udca1<strong>Pro Tip: <\/strong>Save a copy of the original video before editing to keep an untouched version for future use.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-how-to-crop-screen-recordings-on-android-devices\">How to crop screen recordings on Android devices<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Android devices commonly use the <em>Google Photos<\/em> app to edit screen recordings. Let\u2019s explore how you can use it:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #1: Enter Edit mode&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you open the <em>Google Photos <\/em>app from your app drawer, browse your gallery to locate the screen recording. Tap on the video thumbnail and select the <em>Edit icon <\/em>at the bottom of the screen. This will take you to the app\u2019s editing interface.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"542\" height=\"1206\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/How-to-crop-screen-recordings-on-Android-devices.jpg\" alt=\"How to crop a screen recording on Android devices\" class=\"wp-image-270219\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/How-to-crop-screen-recordings-on-Android-devices.jpg 542w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/How-to-crop-screen-recordings-on-Android-devices-135x300.jpg 135w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 542px) 100vw, 542px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #d9edf7; color: #31708f; border-left-color: #31708f; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-notification-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-1367a51f-d33e-401b-892d-45bda514a43f\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-notification-content-\">\ud83d\udccc <strong>Quick Tip:<\/strong> Download videos from Google Drive to your device before editing, and keep your app updated to access all the latest editing features.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #2: Open the cropping tool&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tap on the <em>Crop <\/em>option. A grid overlay will appear, allowing you to crop the video. If the cropping tool doesn\u2019t appear, check your app permissions or try a third-party app like <em>KineMaster<\/em> or <em>CapCut<\/em>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"542\" height=\"1206\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Open-the-cropping-tool-.jpg\" alt=\"Open the cropping tool\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-270220\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Open-the-cropping-tool-.jpg 542w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Open-the-cropping-tool--135x300.jpg 135w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 542px) 100vw, 542px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #3: Crop your video&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Drag the white circles or lines at the grid&#8217;s edges to adjust your video\u2019s frame. To maintain a specific aspect ratio, tap the aspect ratio icon, which looks like a rectangle with arrows, and choose your desired ratio.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"542\" height=\"1206\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Crop-your-video.jpg\" alt=\" Crop your video: How to Crop a Screen Recording\" class=\"wp-image-270221\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Crop-your-video.jpg 542w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Crop-your-video-135x300.jpg 135w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 542px) 100vw, 542px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #d9edf7; color: #31708f; border-left-color: #31708f; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-notification-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-19de7587-2bfc-40a4-bb7c-9d7a3f7026a5\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-notification-content-\">\u26a1<strong>Quick Tip:<\/strong> Stick to the 16:9 aspect ratio for YouTube and 1:1 for Instagram to ensure your videos look great on both platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step #4: Preview edits and save the video&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tap the <em>Play <\/em>button within the editor to view the cropped video. Check for any unintended cuts or areas you missed. A great tip is to watch the video in full-screen mode to ensure the cropped section aligns with your intended focus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tap <em>Save Copy<\/em> at the bottom of the screen. This creates a new file with the cropped edits, preserving the original version. Rename the cropped file to differentiate it from the original, especially if you\u2019re managing multiple versions of the same recording.<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #d9edf7; color: #31708f; border-left-color: #31708f; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-notification-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-039e5e34-262b-413e-9e04-b90d9411d37a\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-notification-content-\">\ud83d\udcd6<strong>Read More: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/video-production-project-management\/\">Project Management for Video Production<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-advanced-cropping-techniques-and-tips\">Advanced Cropping Techniques and Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For a more polished look and better platform fit, try these advanced cropping techniques:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fill Mode<\/strong>: Resizes your video to fit specific dimensions without distortion but may crop some parts. Adjust the area using settings like \u2018center\u2019 or \u2018northeast\u2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Crop Mode<\/strong>: Extracts a precise region without resizing, giving you full control with exact coordinates or percentages&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Automatic Gravity (g_auto)<\/strong>: AI-driven cropping that focuses on the most engaging areas, like faces or key objects<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 3px dotted #9b51e0; border-radius: 0%; background-color: inherit; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-5e77b71c-32a7-4cfa-9822-62122ab36e01\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-bordered-content-\">More tips for creative cropping\u2692\ufe0f:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Preserve quality: <\/strong>Avoid pixelation by keeping the original resolution and using grid overlays for alignment\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rule of the third: <\/strong>Before you start recording, position important elements along grid lines for a balanced look<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Consistent branding: <\/strong>Keep cropping styles in line with your brand\u2019s visual identity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlight essentials: <\/strong>Focus on key content, like demos or user interfaces<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-clickup-tools-for-screen-recording-management\">ClickUp Tools for Screen Recording Management<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tired of the mess that comes with managing screen recordings? We\u2019ve all been there\u2014scrolling through countless files, trying to figure out where everything is. It\u2019s a productivity nightmare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s where <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/\">ClickUp<\/a> comes in. As the everything app for work, it brings your tasks, documents, conversations, and\u2014you guessed it\u2014screen recordings together in an AI-powered platform. Organize, manage, and streamline your screen recording workflow without any extra hassle. Whether you&#8217;re making tutorials, documenting processes, or collecting feedback, ClickUp helps you keep everything in one place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s how ClickUp can make your life a whole lot easier. \ud83d\udc47<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13-no-more-scheduling-hassles-with-clickup-clips\">No more scheduling hassles with ClickUp Clips<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"864\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/click-up-clips-1.gif\" alt=\"Clickup clips: How to Crop a Screen Recording\" class=\"wp-image-270225\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Record and share screen recordings with ClickUp Clips for visual collaboration&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The constant back-and-forth and awkward scheduling for live video calls can be frustrating. <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/clips\">ClickUp Clips<\/a> eliminates this hassle with seamless <a href=\"\/blog?p=171301\">async video communication<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of waiting for everyone to be free or typing out long explanations, just hit the next <strong>Record Clip<\/strong> button and send your message whenever it works for you. Whether you&#8217;re sharing updates, giving instructions, or providing feedback, Clips lets you communicate clearly without the need for real-time conversations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And the best part? Clips is fully integrated into ClickUp, so your videos are attached to tasks, comments, or documents, making it easy to keep everything in context.&nbsp;You can record audio narrations as well as your webcam and screen at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, the Clips Hub collects all your recordings under one umbrella, so you can find the right one in seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #d9edf7; color: #31708f; border-left-color: #31708f; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-notification-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-c798363d-d4b8-46c4-a727-df182dfa31e2\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-notification-content-\">\ud83d\udcd6<strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/announcing-clips-v3\/\">Announcing Clips 3.0 \u2014 The Easiest Way to Communicate<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"14-find-key-video-moments-and-messages-easily-using-clickup-brain-\">Find key video moments and messages easily using ClickUp Brain&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"358\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/image-388.png\" alt=\"ClickUp Clips with ClickUp Brain: How to Use ChatGPT for Sales\" class=\"wp-image-251498\" style=\"width:848px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/image-388.png 600w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/image-388-300x179.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Get instant answers to any questions about your meetings with ClickUp Brain<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cu-buttons\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clickup.com\/login?product=ai&amp;ai=true\" class=\"cu-button cu-button--purple cu-button--improved\">Start Using ClickUp Brain<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve ever found yourself rewinding a video over and over just to catch that one key detail, <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/ai\">ClickUp Brain<\/a> is here to make your life easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Integrated directly into ClickUp, this AI-powered assistant transcribes your Clips automatically, creating a searchable text version with timestamps. No more scrambling to find that specific moment in a video as it indexes every spoken word for easy reference.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"ClickUp Clips: Use ClickUp Brain to Transcribe\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/J-JkoiL9CFY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can even ask Brain questions about the transcripts, making it feel like you have a personal assistant to help you <a href=\"\/blog?p=213904\">take notes from a video<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"15-keep-track-of-feedback-using-clickup-chat-\">Keep track of feedback using ClickUp Chat&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"932\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ClickUp-Chat--1400x932.png\" alt=\"Clickup Chat: How to Crop a Screen Recording\" class=\"wp-image-270228\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ClickUp-Chat--1400x932.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ClickUp-Chat--300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ClickUp-Chat--768x511.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ClickUp-Chat--1536x1022.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ClickUp-Chat--700x466.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ClickUp-Chat-.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Share video recordings and streamline communication with <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ClickUp-Chat-new-1.png\">ClickUp Chat<\/a>&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Keeping track of feedback and updates across multiple platforms can be a nightmare, especially for screen recording projects where communication and tasks need to stay in sync. That\u2019s where <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/chat\">ClickUp Chat<\/a> comes in to save the day.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 3px solid #9b51e0; border-radius: 0%; background-color: inherit; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-df297d3a-968d-42c2-abb9-b8069e9976e6\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-bordered-content-\"><strong>\ud83d\udceeClickUp Insight: <\/strong>About <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/team-communication-survey\/\">41% of professionals<\/a> prefer instant messaging for team communication. Although it offers quick and efficient exchanges, messages are often spread across multiple channels, threads, or direct messages, making it harder to retrieve information later.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With an integrated solution like ClickUp Chat, your chat threads are mapped to specific projects and tasks, keeping your conversations in context and <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/collaboration-in-the-workplace\/\">workplace collaboration<\/a> on track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cu-buttons\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/signup?utm_source=organic&amp;utm_medium=owned&amp;utm_campaign=org_owned_ar_aau_aw_blog_all-devices_x_lp_x_all-departments_x_clickup_insights&amp;utm_term=2022-01-01&amp;utm_content=us_interest_x\" class=\"cu-button cu-button--purple cu-button--improved\">Try ClickUp For Free<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"border: 3px solid #8ed1fc; border-radius: 0%; background-color: inherit; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-7ff88d06-dfa9-42a4-a87e-a90ec84aff9c\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-bordered-content-\"><strong>Example\u27a1\ufe0f<\/strong> In a screen recording project, a team member might share feedback on a Clip in the Chat. 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