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Watch back your video editing with a bigger screen and a lot faster with the full screen preview feature in Clipchamp.
“Full screen” refers to when you can simply collapse your timeline and sidebar to preview your video in a larger full screen mode. Whether you're editing a personal video, making a tutorial or working on a YouTube video, the full screen preview option in Clipchamp offers a convenient way to review your work with precision and clarity.
Read on to learn how to quickly review your videos without size limitations in Clipchamp.
How to use full screen video preview
Step 1. Open an existing video or create a new video
Step 2. Collapse the left and right sidebars
The toolbar on the left is open by default. Collapse it by clicking on the collapse/expand button denoted by a small arrow icon. If you have the property panel open on the right, collapse it as well. A keyboard shortcut isn't currently available.
Your video editor should now look like this once you have collapsed the toolbar and property panel.
Step 3. Collapse the timeline
Collapse the bottom timeline by clicking the collapse/expand button denoted by a small arrow icon. You may also use a keyboard shortcut which is Command + option + 3 on Mac and Control + option + 3 for Windows or Chromebook.
Your video editor should now look like this once you have collapsed the timeline.
Step 4. Watch your full screen video preview
Click on the play button to watch your video in full screen preview mode. You can play, pause, skip, and rewind your video as often as you would like.
You can also click on the full screen button to watch your video in full screen mode.
The full screen mode looks like this.
Step 5. Return Clipchamp to its regular display
Once you’re finished watching your video in full screen mode, return your screen to its original preview. Simply click the same collapse/expand buttons you used to collapse the sidebar, property panel and timeline. Clicking on the arrows will extend the timeline and sidebar to their previous size. If you're viewing your video in full screen mode, click the esc key on your keyboard.
Your video editor should now look like this once you have expanded the timeline and sidebar.
Full screen preview is a simple feature that can enhance your editing experience. Now that you know how to use the full screen preview mode with just two clicks, it’s time to try it yourself. Edit videos and preview them on full screen with Clipchamp.
Want to improve your video editing skills? Explore features like the freehand crop or check out these pro video editing tips.
