How to Edit Videos Directly on iPhone

Step by step

1. 30 sec

   Enter the editing interface

   Open the Photos app and select the video you intend to edit. Tap the Edit button located in the top-right corner of the screen to reveal the timeline and adjustment sliders.

2. 1 min

   Trim the video duration

   Drag the yellow handles at either end of the timeline below the video preview. The portion inside the yellow box represents the exported clip; everything outside will be removed.

   Note: Tap the Play button to preview your selection before confirming.
3. 1 min

   Modify color and exposure

   Select the dial icon in the bottom menu to access exposure, contrast, and saturation tools. Tap an adjustment icon, then move the slider to refine the visual quality of the frame.

   Note: Double-tap any slider to reset the value to zero if needed.
4. 1 min

   Crop and rotate the frame

   Tap the crop-and-rotate icon at the bottom of the screen. Use the aspect ratio button at the top to switch between Freeform, Square, or 9:16 portrait modes.

   Note: Use two fingers to rotate the video on the canvas for manual straightening.
5. 30 sec

   Save the changes

   Tap Done in the top-right corner to save your edits to the original file. If you decide to revert the changes later, select the video, tap Edit, and choose Revert to original.

   Note: Non-destructive editing ensures your original file is never permanently overwritten.