Learn how to perform a Roll Edit in Final Cut Pro for iPad—one of the most essential timeline editing techniques for creating smooth, professional transitions between clips. In this beginner-friendly tutorial, you’ll discover how to simultaneously adjust the out point of one clip and the in point of the next, allowing you to refine pacing and timing without changing your overall project length.

Whether you’re a mobile filmmaker, content creator, or iPad video editor, mastering roll edits will help you tighten your storytelling and produce cleaner, more polished cuts. This workflow is perfect for anyone editing directly on an iPad using Apple’s Final Cut Pro for iPad.