How to Split Video in iMovie

If you've edited your clip in iMovie and want to export it in a specific format or resolution, you're at the right place. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to split video in iMovie.

Step 1: Import a Video to Edit on iMovie

Before saving a video from iMovie, you need to launch the application and click on the '+' icon to work on a new project. You can then browse and load the files on the iMovie interface by clicking on the 'Import Media' button.

Step 2: Start Editing Your Clips on iMovie

Once you have loaded the video to iMovie, you can drag and drop it to the timeline at the bottom. This will let you explore the available features in the iMovie app so that you can edit your videos.

Step 3: Choose to Export Your Video from iMovie

To save the iMovie video to the desktop, click on the 'File' button or select any other social option (like YouTube or Facebook). This will let you save the video from iMovie to your Mac's storage, or you can directly post it on social media.

Step 4: Select the Preferred Video Settings to Export the File

You would choose to export the video, and you will get dedicated options on iMovie. To select the preferred video settings, navigate to the 'File' > 'Share' menu and click on the desired option.

Video resolutions: As of now, iMovie supports the exporting of videos in different resolutions like 480p, 720p, 1080p, 2K, and 4K. Users can also select the degree of video quality (high or low) from the exporting options.

Besides that, you can also save an iMovie video to the desktop directly. You just need to right-click its thumbnail from the dedicated window on iMovie and click on the 'Share Project' option.

In addition to saving a video to the desktop, you can also export it in different formats like MOV, MPG, FLV, ASF, MP4, and more. As of now, you can export videos from iMovie to popular social media platforms like YouTube or Facebook.

By following these simple steps, you can easily split your video in iMovie and save it in the desired format and resolution.

How to split video in imovie