6 Best Short-Form Video Editors

• You want to edit short-form videos
• And you need a dedicated app for short-form editing

Together, we’ll take a close look at 6 of the best short-form video editing software.

We’ll check out their: Pros, Cons, features, and Pricing.

6 Best Short-Form Video Editing Software

These are the top 6 short-form video editing tools: SendShort, CapCut, iMovie, VEED, Canva, and TikTok.

But let’s see why they’re at the top!

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1. SendShort

SendShort is the most powerful short-form video editor designed for turning long videos into engaging short content.

Pros	Cons
Converts long videos into shorts automatically	Limited to short-form content only
Faceless AI video generation	Some features are paid
Translated captioning with customizable fonts and colors
Various transitions and effects for short videos
Built-in templates for quick edits
Easy-to-use interface

Features:

• Converts long videos into short videos automatically
• Faceless AI video generation
• Automated captioning with customizable fonts and colors
• Adds transitions, music and effects

Compatibility:

• Available on web and desktop
• Online on mobile devices

Pricing:

• Free plan.
• Paid ones starting at $15/month

2. CapCut

CapCut is an all-in-one video editing app created by ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok. It provides various editing features, effects, and transitions tailored specifically for social media content creators. It’s beginner-friendly, with a simple interface and preset templates.

Pros	Cons
Free to use with no watermark	Limited editing features
Built-in effects and transitions	Lacks many export formats
Integrated with TikTok	Occasionally crashes on larger files
	Doesn’t translate subtitles

Features:

• Preset templates for quick edits
• Rich library of effects and transitions
• Seamless integration with TikTok

Compatibility:

• Available on iOS, Android

3. iMovie

iMovie is a straightforward and intuitive video editing app by Apple, ideal for beginners who need basic editing functionalities. It provides a clean interface, built-in templates, and advanced effects like green screen.

Pros	Cons
User-friendly interface	Limited to Apple devices
Built-in templates for easy video creation	Lacks advanced editing tools
Green screen and split-screen effects	Large file size for storage
	Few export options for short-form content

Features:

• Green screen and split-screen effects
• Built-in movie and trailer templates
• Seamless integration with other Apple apps

Compatibility:

• Available on macOS and iOS

4. VEED

VEED is a web-based video editor that provides advanced video editing capabilities. It’s known for its subtitle generation, audio visualization, and collaborative tools, making it ideal for creating professional-looking content.

Pros	Cons
Subtitle generation and translation	Limited free tier options
Cloud-based for easy collaboration	Watermark on free version
Extensive library of transitions and effects	Lags on complex projects
Easy-to-use interface

Features:

• Subtitle generation and translation
• Extensive transitions and effects library
• Collaborative tools for team editing

Compatibility:

• Available on web
• App for mobile devices

5. Canva

Canva is a graphic design tool that also offers simple video editing features. It’s best known for its drag-and-drop interface and an extensive library of templates, fonts, and design elements that simplify content creation.

Pros	Cons
Extensive library of templates	Limited video editing features
Easy drag-and-drop interface	Watermark on free version
Beginner-friendly	No dedicated video effects library
	Limited export options for video formats

Features:

• Drag-and-drop interface
• Extensive library of templates and design elements
• Integrated text and animation options

Compatibility:

• Available on web, iOS, Android

6. TikTok

TikTok’s in-app editor allows creators to produce engaging short-form content with various filters, effects, and music. It’s designed for users who want to edit videos quickly within the app and directly share them.

Pros	Cons
Wide variety of built-in effects and filters	Limited editing tools compared to standalone apps
Direct sharing and publishing	Only suitable for short-form content
Large music library	No manual fine-tuning tools
Easy to use	Limited export formats

Features:

• Built-in effects and filters
• Large music library
• Direct sharing and publishing options

Compatibility:

• Available on iOS, Android

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FAQ: Short-Form Editing Apps

1. What is the best editing software for short form content?

Editing Software	Best For
SendShort	Automated shorts creation + editing
CapCut	TikTok and Instagram Reels
Adobe Premiere Rush	Professional short form content
InShot	Mobile editing

2. What should I use to edit my short-form video?

You should use user-friendly editing software like SendShort to edit your short-form videos, as they offer intuitive features, effects, and templates tailored for quick content creation.

3. What’s the best short-form video editor for YouTube?

The best short-form video editor for YouTube is SendShort, known for its intuitive interface and features that streamline the editing process, including automatic subtitle generation and templates specifically designed for quick edits.

Other strong contenders include CapCut and InShot.

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Thanks a lot for reading this,
David Ch
Head of the Editing Team at SendShort

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Thanks a lot for reading this,
David Ch
Head of the Editing Team at SendShort