Trim original function disappeared when editing length of videos.

Iphone 7, 128gb phone.

when I edit a video and trim it shorter, I used to have the option to trim original or save as new clip, however I only have the option now to save as new clip. I also have an iPad and this is not an issue.


Plenty of Data on iPhone and in storage.

Posted on Oct 26, 2018 4:10 PM

Reply
Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Posted on Oct 27, 2018 11:53 AM

Greetings, Human_Brachiator.


I see that you're unable to save the original video you've edited using the Photos application on your iPhone. You're only presented with the option to "Save as New Clip", and I'm happy to help.


How to edit videos on your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or Mac -- That feature was removed with an explanation.

On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

  1. Open the Photos app and tap the video that you want to edit.
  2. Tap Edit.
  3. Move the sliders on both sides of the video timeline to change the start and stop times.
  4. To preview your video, tap User uploaded file.
  5. Tap Done, then tap Save as New Clip.

Photos on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch saves your edits as a new video so that you can use the long or short version whenever you like.


Take care!

2 replies
Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Oct 27, 2018 11:53 AM in response to Human_Brachiator

Greetings, Human_Brachiator.


I see that you're unable to save the original video you've edited using the Photos application on your iPhone. You're only presented with the option to "Save as New Clip", and I'm happy to help.


How to edit videos on your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or Mac -- That feature was removed with an explanation.

On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

  1. Open the Photos app and tap the video that you want to edit.
  2. Tap Edit.
  3. Move the sliders on both sides of the video timeline to change the start and stop times.
  4. To preview your video, tap User uploaded file.
  5. Tap Done, then tap Save as New Clip.

Photos on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch saves your edits as a new video so that you can use the long or short version whenever you like.


Take care!

This thread has been closed by the system or the community team. You may vote for any posts you find helpful, or search the Community for additional answers.

Trim original function disappeared when editing length of videos.

Welcome to Apple Support Community
A forum where Apple customers help each other with their products. Get started with your Apple Account.