How to Replace a Clip in DaVinci Resolve

Sometimes, you may need to replace a clip in your project—whether it's to update visuals, improve timing, or swap in a better shot. Here’s a quick guide on how to replace the sad emoji clip (or any clip) in Da Vinci Resolve.

📍 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Move the Playhead to the Beginning of the Clip

Position the playhead at the very start of the clip you want to replace.

2. Activate the Target Layer

Click on the layer containing the clip so it becomes active.

3. Lock the Audio Track

To avoid altering any audio, lock the audio track so that only the video is replaced.

4. Select the New Clip You Want to Use

From your media pool, select the clip you’d like to use as a replacement.

5. Click on “Replace Clip”

With the original clip selected on the timeline and the new one highlighted in the media pool, click Replace Clip.

✅ Final Result

As shown below, the sad emoji clip has now been replaced.