> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Trim a Karaoke Video

> Cut the start, end, or middle of a karaoke project

Trim removes unwanted sections from the start, end, or middle of a project. The original files stay intact — Youka creates a new trimmed version alongside them.

## Steps to trim

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open the project">
    Open the karaoke project you want to trim.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Open the Trim tool">
    Go to **Edit > Trim**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Set the trim region">
    Drag the **left edge** of the highlighted region to the start point and the **right edge** to the end point. The waveform helps you find musical beats.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose which assets to trim">
    Select which video, audio model, and subtitles to include in the trimmed version.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Preview">
    Click **Play** to preview the selection.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Apply the trim">
    Click **Trim** to create the new version. Progress appears in the **Jobs** tab.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Fine-tuning the trim

For frame-accurate edits:

* Enter exact timestamps in the **Start** and **End** input fields
* Use the waveform to align with audio peaks
* The selected region stays highlighted while you adjust

## What gets trimmed

Trimming creates new copies of:

* The video file
* All audio stems (vocals, instrumental, backing vocals)
* The original audio
* The lyrics alignment, re-timed to match the new start

<Note>
  The original files are preserved. You can always delete the trimmed version
  and try a different region.
</Note>

## Tips

* Preview before committing to confirm the cut lands where you expect
* Use trim to remove long intros, outros, or unwanted middle sections
* Check the **Jobs** tab for trimming progress on long songs