How to replace an unhelpful shot in an edit

Choose a replacement from the supplied material that serves the same story purpose more clearly.

Start with a clear direction

Identify the current moment, the preferred source shot and why it is better. Ask to preserve the neighboring sequence unless the replacement changes the context.

Put it into your edit

Open your edit and find the moment you want to change. Describe the new result in the revision chat. Select an editable element when the preview offers it, and include exact replacement wording for text changes.

An instruction to make your own

Use this direction for my video: Identify the current moment, the preferred source shot and why it is better. Ask to preserve the neighboring sequence unless the replacement changes the context. Check continuity, product identity and audio where the new shot enters and leaves.

Check the detail that matters

Check continuity, product identity and audio where the new shot enters and leaves.

Keep the next change focused

Name the moment, say what should change and describe what you want to keep. For a title, supply the replacement words. For pacing, identify the shot that needs more or less time. Play the surrounding sequence after the revision to hear and see how the change fits.

Questions, answered.

How do I apply this in Shorty?

Open your edit and find the moment you want to change. Describe the new result in the revision chat. Select an editable element when the preview offers it, and include exact replacement wording for text changes.

What should I look for in the result?

Check continuity, product identity and audio where the new shot enters and leaves.

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