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Group Clips in Filmora for Mac

Grouping clips in Filmora for Mac helps editors organize multiple video segments into a single unit on the timeline for easier management and smoother editing. This feature is especially useful when working with complex projects, as it allows you to move, adjust, or edit several clips together without handling them individually. You can also ungroup clips whenever needed or make cuts while keeping them linked for better workflow control.

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Steps to Use Group Clips

Filmora provides simple tools to group, ungroup, and edit multiple clips efficiently. Follow the steps mentioned below to manage grouped clips on Mac:

How to Group Clips in Filmora for Mac

Step 1. Create a New Project and Import Clips

Launch Wondershare Filmora on your Mac and click on New Project from the startup screen. Import your video files into the media library and drag them onto the timeline where you want to begin editing.

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Step 2. Select Multiple Clips on the Timeline

Click and drag your cursor over the clips you want to group or hold the Command key and select each clip individually on the timeline to highlight multiple items at once. Right-click on any of the selected clips and choose the Group option from the menu. This will combine all selected clips into a single, grouped unit that can be moved or edited together.

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How to Ungroup Clips in Filmora for Mac

Click on the grouped clips in the timeline to highlight them as a single unit. Right-click on the grouped section and select the Ungroup option. The clips will immediately separate, allowing individual editing and repositioning.

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How to Make a Cut in a Group

Step 1. Use the Scissor Tool on the Group

Select the grouped clips and click the scissor icon on the timeline to activate the cut tool. The system will highlight the entire group for editing.

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Step 2. Choose Cut Option

A prompt will appear asking whether to ungroup or keep the group while cutting. Select Keep Group to ensure all clips stay linked even after the cut or choose Ungroup if you want them separated after editing.

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