How can I simplify audio and video editing in iMovie?

Seems wrong to have to cut both audio and video after detaching them. Is there an easier way?

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MacBook Pro 16″, macOS 15.1

Posted on Dec 3, 2024 3:13 PM

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Rich839

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Posted on Dec 3, 2024 9:45 PM

Try cutting the clip before detaching the audio.

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Dec 3, 2024 9:45 PM in response to suebast

Try cutting the clip before detaching the audio.

-- Rich

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