468890 – Microsoft Clipchamp: Transcript-based editing in Clipchamp

Product:

Clipchamp

Platform:

Web, World tenant

Status:

Launched

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Details:

We are introducing a novel and streamlined method to quickly and accurately remove any unwanted sections from your Clipchamp projects by leveraging the transcript. With transcript-based editing, browsing text, selecting unwanted words, and removing them will remove them from the video without the need to navigate the timeline. We are looking into making video editing more productive by providing a more intuitive and straightforward editing experience.

Change Category:
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Release Phase:
General Availability, Targeted Release

Created:
2024-11-16

updated:
2025-08-29

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summary for non-techies**

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User Experience Disruption
If the transcript-based editing feature is introduced without proper user training, users may struggle to adapt to the new interface and functionality, leading to frustration and decreased productivity.
   - roles: Video Editors, Content Creators
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-clipchamp-transcript-based-editing/, https://www.techradar.com/news/microsoft-clipchamp-transcript-editing

Technical Glitches
The introduction of a new editing feature without adequate testing may lead to software bugs or performance issues, causing crashes or slowdowns during video editing sessions.
   - roles: IT Support Staff, Video Editors
   - references: https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-clipchamp-gets-new-features-to-improve-video-editing/, https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/02/microsoft-clipchamp-transcript-editing

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explanation for non-techies**

Microsoft has introduced a new feature in Clipchamp that simplifies video editing by using transcripts. Imagine editing a video is like editing a written document. Traditionally, to remove parts of a video, you would have to scroll through the timeline, find the exact moment you want to cut, and then make the edit. This process can be time-consuming and requires a lot of precision.

With transcript-based editing, it's like having a script of your video in front of you. You can read through the text of what is being said in the video, just like reading a document. If there are words or sections you don't want, you simply highlight and delete them from the text. The corresponding parts of the video will be removed automatically. This is similar to editing a Word document where you delete sentences or paragraphs you don't need.

This approach makes video editing more intuitive and less technical. You don't need to be an expert in video editing software to make quick changes. It's as straightforward as editing a text file, which can save time and make the process more accessible to everyone, even those who are not familiar with traditional video editing tools. This feature is currently being developed and will be available for users worldwide, aiming to enhance productivity and ease of use in video editing tasks.