Major Clipchamp update improves Microsoft’s free video editor

Back in 2022, Microsoft integrated the (mostly) free video editor Clipchamp into Windows 11. Apart from Windows 11, it’s also one of the hidden gem inclusions in Microsoft 365. And last year, Clipchamp got boosted with several nifty AI features.

Earlier this week, Microsoft announced in a blog post that a new version of Clipchamp is rolling out with several major improvements that should make video editing easier and more intuitive. Among the new features are support for both dark and light modes, improved asset organization, and timestamps in the editing timeline.

Here are the biggest new features in Clipchamp:

• Light mode: Clipchamp was previously only available in dark mode, but now you can switch between light, dark, and system modes, with the latter following Windows settings.
• Improved asset organization: Multiple items, such as music, text and images, can now be grouped into a single unit in the timeline. This provides a clearer view with a thumbnail showing which items are included in the group. To group items, select multiple elements, right-click and select “Group.”
• Redesigned video editor: Clipchamp has a more user-friendly layout with new options to minimize sidebars and timeline, zoom in and out of the timeline, play video in full-screen mode, undo and redo actions, change aspect ratio, and add AI-generated subtitles.
• More precise timeline editing: You can now see timestamps by hovering over the timeline or when you cut a clip, making it easier to make precise edits.

This update is currently being rolled out to Clipchamp users who have a Personal account, while those using Clipchamp with a Work account will have access to the changes in March.