In what can only be described as a bold stride forward for next-gen editorial workflows, CuttingRoom has just dropped a game-changing update that could very well set a new benchmark in cloud-based video editing. Headlining this release is what the company claims to be a world-first: a multi-aspect-ready DVE that allows editors to tailor each version of a story—be it for broadcast, vertical social, or anything in between—without duplicating projects. Let that sink in.
In true CuttingRoom fashion, this isn’t just a gimmick bolted onto the platform—it’s an intuitive, fully integrated solution. Simply hit the new “Open clip inspector” and you’ll unlock a toolbox of creative controls: scale, rotation, opacity, positioning—all individually adjustable across different aspect ratios in a single edit. No more juggling separate timelines. This is dynamic visual editing, evolved.
The Beta Features: Small Tweaks, Big Time Savings
But CuttingRoom didn’t stop there. This release is packed with workflow refinements that prove the team isn’t just focused on flash—they’re obsessing over every second of the editor’s day.
First up: “Do Not Transfer Files” mode (Beta). Traditional workflows often require duplicating footage into your editing environment—burning precious seconds (and let’s be honest, sanity). Now, with a flick of a switch, CuttingRoom can edit content in-place, using it directly from MAMs or cloud storage. No duplicates, no waiting. The content never leaves your domain. It’s faster, leaner, and more secure. Mimir users—you’re up first.
Hot on its heels is Pre-Generate Proxies (Beta). Yes, proxy generation is already fast in CuttingRoom, but when you’re sprinting toward a deadline, seconds count. This new feature allows proxies to be auto-generated the moment high-res footage hits your MAM—no manual steps required. It’s set-and-forget efficiency at its best, and again, Mimir leads the charge.
Together, these two features radically reduce latency in the editorial process. Less waiting, more creating.
A Better Way to Select—and Hear
Editing finesse is also getting a boost. Say hello to Marquee Selection. Hold Shift and drag to the right to select all items touched by the box. Want precision? Drag left to only select items fully inside the marquee. Add Ctrl/Cmd for micro-control. It’s a subtle improvement, but if you’ve ever cursed your keyboard while managing a complex timeline, you’ll feel this one in your soul.
Meanwhile, audio gets a proper upgrade. In the source player, you can now view and manage individual channels, not just tracks. Whether you’re slicing through interviews or refining voice-overs, you’ll notice:
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Sharper, more accurate waveforms
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Clearer track labeling
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Smarter right-click options on detached audio
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And a tweak that prioritizes audio keyframes over trims
It’s all about giving editors more control, with less friction.
A Smarter Way In
Finally, CuttingRoom has cleaned up one of the smallest—but most persistent—user headaches: login confusion. The new gateway at editor.cuttingroom.com is short, snappy, and supports multiple accounts. Still stuck in your muscle memory? No problem—the old login still works too. But this is clearly the new way forward, and it’s now linked directly from their website.
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