How to Crop Screen Recordings in ClickUp

ClickUp Clips make it easy to capture fast, clear video messages for your team, but you may sometimes need to trim or refocus that recording before sharing it. This guide explains what you can and cannot crop today, how to use trimming and other built-in tools, and what workarounds help you get polished results.

What You Can Edit in ClickUp Screen Recordings

Before walking through the steps, it helps to understand how ClickUp Clips work. When you record your screen, ClickUp captures a video of the area you choose and saves it as a shareable clip. You can:

Decide whether to record your whole screen, a specific window, or a browser tab
Include your webcam and microphone if you want to appear on video
Trim the beginning and end of the recording after you finish
Share the clip instantly with a link, inside tasks, or with guests

What you cannot currently do is crop the video frame inward after the recording is finished. Instead, you control what appears in the frame at the time of capture and then use trimming to tighten your final video.

How to Record Your Screen with ClickUp Clips

To get the best possible “cropped” result later, you should start with a clean, focused recording. Here is how to record with ClickUp:

Open ClickUp. Log into your workspace from your browser or desktop app.
Locate the Clips control. In most views, you will see a camera icon or “Record” option in the top navigation or task comments area.
Choose what to record. When prompted, select one of the following:
- Entire screen
- Specific application window
- Individual browser tab (ideal to simulate a cropped view)
Enable or disable camera and mic. Turn on your webcam if you want a talking head bubble and check that your microphone is selected.
Click Start Recording. After a short countdown, begin your walkthrough or explanation.

By selecting only the window or tab you truly need, you effectively “pre-crop” your frame before you even start recording in ClickUp.

How to Trim Your ClickUp Screen Recording

Cropping adjusts the visible area of a video, while trimming shortens its length. ClickUp Clips currently focus on trimming so your viewers see only the important parts. Here is how to trim a clip after recording:

Finish your recording. When you are done speaking or demonstrating, click the stop button in the Clips toolbar.
Open the preview window. ClickUp will display a preview of your screen recording along with playback controls.
Locate the trim handles. At the bottom of the preview, you will see a timeline with draggable handles on the left and right edges.
Trim the start. Drag the left handle to the right until it lines up with the moment you want the video to begin, skipping setup time or mistakes.
Trim the end. Drag the right handle inward to remove silence, pauses, or off-topic sections at the end.
Review the result. Press play to confirm the new in and out points give you a clean, concise clip.
Save or attach. Once satisfied, save the trimmed ClickUp clip and attach it to a task, comment, or doc as needed.

This trimming process lets you refine your message so viewers see only what matters, even if the recording frame itself is not cropped.

Workarounds to Simulate Cropping in ClickUp

If you want something closer to a traditional cropped video while staying inside ClickUp, you can combine recording choices with a few simple habits.

Use Window or Tab Recording in ClickUp

Instead of capturing your whole desktop, choose a single window or tab in ClickUp when you begin the recording. This simulates cropping by:

Hiding unrelated apps and notifications
Focusing only on the tool or document you are explaining
Reducing visual clutter for your audience

Before hitting record, resize and position the window so the most important content sits in the center of the frame.

Zoom In for Better ClickUp Clips

Another way to mimic a cropped look is to zoom in on your browser or app:

Open your browser or app settings.
Increase zoom to 110–150% so text and controls appear larger.
Reposition the window so only the important area is visible.

When you start your ClickUp screen recording, the zoomed window will naturally fill more of the frame, keeping attention on key elements.

Hide Distractions Before You Record

Even without frame-level cropping, you can make your recording feel more professional by cleaning up your screen:

Close unused tabs and windows
Turn off notifications that might pop up during the video
Use a neutral desktop background if you must record the entire screen
Move sensitive or irrelevant information out of view

These simple steps help ClickUp Clips look more intentional and easier to follow.

Advanced Cropping Options with External Tools

If you need precise cropping, overlays, or annotations beyond what ClickUp currently offers, you can use a dedicated video editor after downloading or exporting your clip. A typical workflow looks like this:

Record and trim in ClickUp. Capture your screen, then trim the clip to remove unneeded sections.
Download the clip. Save the video file to your computer.
Open in a video editor. Use tools like ScreenFlow, Camtasia, or a browser-based editor to crop the frame, add blur boxes, or insert callouts.
Re-upload or share. Upload the finished video wherever your team collaborates and link back to your ClickUp task for context.

This hybrid approach lets you keep ClickUp as the home for tasks and discussions while still achieving pixel-perfect crops for tutorials or customer-facing videos.

Best Practices for Clear ClickUp Screen Recordings

Whether you edit in ClickUp or an external tool, following a few best practices will make your recordings easier to watch and reuse.

Plan Your Message Before Recording in ClickUp

A short outline will keep your clip focused, even without frame cropping. Consider:

What question you are answering
Which screen, feature, or document you must show
What action you want the viewer to take after watching

With that plan, your ClickUp clip is more likely to stay under a few minutes and require less editing.

Keep ClickUp Clips Short and Structured

Shorter videos are easier to consume and share. Aim for:

One topic per clip
Clear start: state what you will show
Direct walkthrough: step-by-step visuals
Quick recap: summarize the key action

If you find yourself covering several unrelated points, consider recording separate ClickUp clips instead of one long video.

Add Context When Sharing ClickUp Clips

After you trim and attach your recording, include a short written summary so teammates know what to look for:

State the purpose of the clip in one sentence
Call out timestamps for key moments if the video is longer
Link to related docs, tasks, or resources for deeper detail

This combination of video plus text makes your ClickUp tasks and comments more actionable.

Where to Learn More About ClickUp Screen Recording

For additional details on recording, trimming, and sharing clips, you can review the original guide on how to crop a screen recording in ClickUp here: How to Crop a Screen Recording.

If you are planning a broader workspace structure or want expert help with process design around your video workflows, you can also explore consulting resources such as Consultevo for strategic guidance.

Get More from ClickUp Clips

While you cannot yet crop the actual frame of a screen recording directly in ClickUp, you can still create focused, high-quality clips by:

Selecting only the window or tab you need before recording
Zooming in and cleaning up your screen to reduce clutter
Using ClickUp trimming tools to remove unnecessary sections
Leveraging external editors when you need fine-grained cropping

With these techniques, ClickUp becomes a powerful hub for fast async communication, clear walkthroughs, and reusable training videos that keep your team aligned without endless meetings.

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