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How to Replace a Clip in DaVinci Resolve

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Replacing Video Clips in DaVinci Resolve

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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. Step 1: Move the Playhead

2. Activate the Target Layer

Click on the layer containing the clip so it becomes active. Step 2: Activate the Layer

3. Lock the Audio Track

To avoid altering any audio, lock the audio track so that only the video is replaced. Step 3: Lock the Audio Track

4. Select the New Clip You Want to Use

From your media pool, select the clip you’d like to use as a replacement. Step 4: Select the Replacement Clip

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. Step 5: Click on Replace Clip

✅ Final Result

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