Video Trimming

Trim, cut, and split videos using each::sense. This skill enables precise video editing operations including segment extraction, scene detection, silence removal, and batch processing for social media optimization.

Features

• Precise Trimming: Cut videos to exact timestamps or durations
• Segment Extraction: Extract specific portions from the middle of videos
• Intro/Outro Removal: Clean up videos by removing unwanted beginnings or endings
• Video Splitting: Divide long videos into multiple shorter clips
• Highlight Extraction: Pull out key moments from longer content
• Silence Removal: Automatically detect and remove dead air or silent portions
• Scene Detection: Smart cuts based on visual scene changes
• Social Media Optimization: Trim to platform-specific lengths (15s, 30s, 60s)
• Loop-Friendly Edits: Create seamless loops for social media
• Batch Processing: Process multiple videos with consistent trimming rules

Quick Start

curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Trim this video to the first 30 seconds",
    "mode": "max",
    "video_urls": ["https://example.com/my-video.mp4"]
  }'

Trimming Operations Reference

Use Case Examples

1. Trim Video to Specific Duration

Trim a video to a specific length from the beginning.

curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Trim this video to exactly 60 seconds, keeping the first minute only",
    "mode": "max",
    "video_urls": ["https://example.com/full-video.mp4"]
  }'

2. Cut Segment from Middle

Extract a specific portion from the middle of a video using timestamps.

curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Cut out the segment from 1:30 to 2:45 of this video. I want just that middle portion as a standalone clip.",
    "mode": "max",
    "video_urls": ["https://example.com/interview.mp4"]
  }'

3. Remove Intro and Outro

Clean up a video by removing unwanted intro and outro sections.

curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Remove the first 10 seconds (intro) and last 15 seconds (outro) from this video. Keep only the main content in the middle.",
    "mode": "max",
    "video_urls": ["https://example.com/youtube-video.mp4"]
  }'

4. Split Video into Multiple Clips

Divide a long video into several shorter segments.

curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Split this 5-minute video into five 1-minute clips. Each clip should be a separate output.",
    "mode": "max",
    "video_urls": ["https://example.com/long-video.mp4"]
  }'

5. Extract Highlight Moments

Pull out the best moments from a longer video.

curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Extract the most engaging or action-packed moments from this video. Create a highlight reel of the best 30 seconds.",
    "mode": "max",
    "video_urls": ["https://example.com/sports-footage.mp4"]
  }'

6. Remove Silence and Dead Air

Automatically detect and remove silent portions from a video.

curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Remove all silent portions and dead air from this video. Cut out any segments where there is no speaking or significant audio for more than 2 seconds.",
    "mode": "max",
    "video_urls": ["https://example.com/podcast-recording.mp4"]
  }'

7. Smart Scene Detection Cut

Use AI to detect scene changes and split the video accordingly.

curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Analyze this video and split it into separate clips based on scene changes. Each time the visual scene changes significantly, create a new clip.",
    "mode": "max",
    "video_urls": ["https://example.com/multi-scene-video.mp4"]
  }'

8. Batch Trim Multiple Videos

Process multiple videos with the same trimming rules using session continuity.

# First video
curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Trim this video to 30 seconds from the start. We will process multiple videos with the same rule.",
    "session_id": "batch-trim-001",
    "mode": "eco",
    "video_urls": ["https://example.com/video1.mp4"]
  }'

# Second video (same session)
curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Apply the same 30-second trim to this video",
    "session_id": "batch-trim-001",
    "mode": "eco",
    "video_urls": ["https://example.com/video2.mp4"]
  }'

# Third video (same session)
curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "And the same for this one",
    "session_id": "batch-trim-001",
    "mode": "eco",
    "video_urls": ["https://example.com/video3.mp4"]
  }'

9. Trim to Social Media Length

Optimize videos for specific social media platform requirements.

# Instagram Reels / TikTok (15 seconds)
curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Trim this video to exactly 15 seconds for Instagram Reels. Pick the most engaging 15-second segment.",
    "mode": "max",
    "video_urls": ["https://example.com/content.mp4"]
  }'

# YouTube Shorts (30 seconds)
curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Create a 30-second clip optimized for YouTube Shorts from this video. Focus on the hook at the start.",
    "mode": "max",
    "video_urls": ["https://example.com/content.mp4"]
  }'

# Standard social clip (60 seconds)
curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Trim to 60 seconds maximum for Twitter/X. Keep the most important content.",
    "mode": "max",
    "video_urls": ["https://example.com/content.mp4"]
  }'

10. Loop-Friendly Trim

Create seamlessly looping video clips for social media.

curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Trim this video to create a seamless loop. Find a segment where the end flows naturally back to the beginning, ideally 5-10 seconds long for a satisfying social media loop.",
    "mode": "max",
    "video_urls": ["https://example.com/loopable-content.mp4"]
  }'

Best Practices

Trimming Tips

• Be specific: Provide exact timestamps (MM:SS or HH:MM:SS) when possible
• Describe content: If you do not know timestamps, describe what you want (“the part where they shake hands”)
• Buffer time: Allow small buffers around cuts to avoid abrupt transitions
• Check audio: Ensure cuts do not happen mid-sentence or mid-note

Performance Optimization

• Use eco mode for batch processing or quick iterations
• Use max mode for final exports and quality-critical content
• Process shorter videos first to verify settings before batch operations

Social Media Guidelines

Prompt Tips for Video Trimming

When requesting video trims, include these details:

1. Exact timing: “from 0:45 to 1:30” or “first 30 seconds”
2. Content reference: “the interview segment” or “when the product demo starts”
3. Output requirements: “keep audio” or “I need 3 separate clips”
4. Platform target: “for Instagram Reels” or “YouTube Shorts optimized”
5. Quality preference: Use mode: "max" for finals, mode: "eco" for drafts

Example Prompt Structure

"[Action] this video [timing/selection criteria].
[Additional requirements like output format, platform, etc.]"

Examples:

• “Trim this video to 30 seconds starting at 1:00”
• “Extract three 15-second highlights from different parts of this video”
• “Remove the first 5 seconds and last 10 seconds”

Mode Selection

“Do you want fast & cheap, or high quality?”

Multi-Turn Editing Session

Use session_id to iterate on video edits:

# Initial trim
curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Trim this video to the segment from 0:30 to 1:30",
    "session_id": "edit-session-001",
    "video_urls": ["https://example.com/raw-footage.mp4"]
  }'

# Adjust the trim
curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Actually, extend the end by 10 more seconds to include the conclusion",
    "session_id": "edit-session-001"
  }'

# Request additional version
curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Create a shorter 15-second version of this same segment for Instagram",
    "session_id": "edit-session-001"
  }'

Error Handling

Related Skills

• each-sense – Core API documentation
• video-generation – Create videos from scratch
• video-editing – Advanced video editing operations
• video-to-video – Transform and style transfer videos