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Crop Videos and Photos

The Crop tool allows you to remove unwanted parts of a video and adjust the visible frame. You can also set a specific aspect ratio depending on your platform or project needs.

Step 1. Initiate By Creating a Project

To begin, launch Filmora on your device and click the New Project option to create a project. Now, import the video to the tool’s interface and drag it to the editing timeline.

Step 2. Open Crop and Zoom Tool

Select a video clip in the timeline, then click the Crop icon to open the Crop and Zoom panel. Alternatively, right-click the clip and choose Crop and Zoom from the menu.

Step 3. Choose Aspect Ratio

Inside the Crop and Zoom panel, select a preset ratio such as 16:9, 4:3, 9:16, 1:1, 3:4, 21:9, 4:5, or set a custom size using the width and height fields. Press the Apply button to save the applied changes.

Pan & Zoom for Videos and Photos

The Pan & Zoom feature creates motion effects by moving or zooming between two points in a video. It helps highlight subjects or create cinematic transitions.

Step 1. Open Crop and Zoom Tool

Right-click the video in the timeline and select Crop and Zoom from the menu.

Step 2. Switch to Pan & Zoom Tab

Go to the Pan and Zoom tab, where you will see two frames: a green Start frame and a red End frame. Choose a mode such as Zoom In, Zoom Out, Pan Left, Pan Right, or Swap to control motion direction. Drag and resize the Start and End frames to define how the movement or zoom will appear. Finally, click Apply to save the effect and preview the smooth zoom or pan motion in your video.