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# Video Trimmer

### Summary

The Video Trimmer Node lets you cut a video down to a specific portion using a visual timeline editor. Preview the clip directly inside the node, drag the trim handles to set your start and end points, and output only the segment you want. It's the fastest way to remove unwanted sections before passing a clip to downstream nodes.

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### How to Use

1. Add the Node:
   * Click the Add (+) button and select Video Trimmer from the Video node category.
2. Connect a Video:
   * Link a video from another node (such as Generate Video, Import, or Extend). The clip will appear in the built-in preview player.
3. Set Your Trim Range:
   * Use the timeline strip at the bottom to drag the start and end handles to your desired segment. The preview player and time-codes update in real time so you can see exactly what you're keeping.
4. Run:
   * Click Run, and the node outputs only the trimmed portion of the video.

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### Node Controls

| Control        | Description                                                                                                                |
| -------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Preview Player | Play back the video directly inside the node to find the right moment. Includes a play/pause button and audio mute toggle. |
| Timeline Strip | A frame-by-frame filmstrip of the full video. Drag the start and end handles to define the trim range.                     |
| Timecodes      | Displays the start time, current playhead position, and end time of the selected range.                                    |
| Trim Presets   | Quick-action buttons for common trims trim start, trim both ends, or trim end.                                             |
| Undo / Redo    | Step back or forward through your trim adjustments.                                                                        |

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