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# Trimming or extending an item in your sequence

1. In the **Tools** panel, choose the **Selection** tool (black arrow).
2. Hover your mouse pointer over the left or right edge of an item in your **sequence**. Your mouse pointer will become red **Trim** tool.
3. With **Trim** tool active, click and drag to trim or extend the duration of the item in your **sequence**.

![Trimming a clip in the sequence.](/files/-MhQHh_XTYHqp2VfwgYY)