How to Crop Video in Adobe Premiere Pro (2022)

Introduction

This tutorial will guide you through the process of cropping a video in Adobe Premiere Pro. Cropping is essential for focusing on specific areas of your footage or for creating a particular visual effect. Whether you’re looking to adjust framing or remove unwanted elements, this step-by-step guide will help you achieve your desired outcome efficiently.

Step 1: Open Your Project

• Launch Adobe Premiere Pro and open the project containing the video you want to crop.
• Navigate to the timeline where your video clip is located.

Step 2: Select the Video Clip

• Click on the video clip in the timeline that you wish to crop.

Step 3: Access the Effects Controls

• Go to the Effect Controls panel. If it’s not visible, you can enable it by going to the top menu and selecting Window, then Effect Controls.

Step 4: Apply the Crop Effect

• In the Effects panel (found under Window > Effects), search for the "Crop" effect.
• Drag and drop the Crop effect onto your selected video clip in the timeline.

Step 5: Adjust Crop Settings

• In the Effect Controls panel, locate the Crop effect you just applied.
• You will see parameters for Left, Right, Top, and Bottom. Adjust these values to crop your video:
  • Left: Crop from the left side.
  • Right: Crop from the right side.
  • Top: Crop from the top.
  • Bottom: Crop from the bottom.

Step 6: Fine-Tune the Crop

• As you adjust each parameter, watch the Program Monitor to see real-time changes.
• Use the sliders or input specific numeric values for precise cropping.

Step 7: Add a Background (Optional)

• If you want to fill the cropped area with a different color or image, create a new color matte or import an image.
• Place it on a lower track in the timeline, beneath your cropped video clip.

Step 8: Export Your Cropped Video

• Once you are satisfied with the cropping, go to File > Export > Media.
• Choose your desired format and settings, then click Export to save your cropped video.

Conclusion

You have successfully cropped your video in Adobe Premiere Pro! Remember, cropping can significantly enhance your visuals by focusing on essential elements and improving composition. Experiment with different crop settings to see what works best for your footage. If you're looking to enhance your editing skills further, consider exploring other effects and transitions available in Premiere Pro.