How to speed up or slow down clips

Editing•Intermediate•6 min read

Create dramatic slow-motion or fast-forward effects by adjusting clip speed.

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Right-click the clip in the timeline and choose Speed/Duration (Ctrl+R / Cmd+R).
Step 2: Enter a percentage: below 100% for slow motion, above 100% for speed up.
Step 3: Check 'Reverse Speed' to play the clip backward.
Step 4: Use the Rate Stretch Tool (R) to drag the edge of a clip and adjust speed visually on the timeline.