Why clipping videos on Redmi Note 7 could be a problem
Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 is still a popular device due to its price-to-popularity balance, but its standard video tools leave much to be desired. Unlike flagship models, there is no built-in full-fledged video editor, only basic features in the gallery, which makes it difficult if you need to quickly remove unnecessary fragments from the video, for example, before posting on TikTok or Instagram Reels.
In addition, the Redmi Note 7 runs on the Snapdragon 660 processor with 3/4 GB of RAM in the base version, which can lead to slowdowns when processing high-resolution video (for example, 1080p or 4K). In this article, we will analyze all the current methods of cropping, from standard tools to third-party applications optimized for weak devices.
We're going to focus on quality, because many apps are clamping down on video when they're exporting, which is losing detail, and we've tested each method on the Redmi Note 7 with MIUI 12.5 firmware, and we've found the best options for everything from quick cropping to fine-tuning time stamps.
Method 1: Standard MIUI Gallery (without application installation)
The easiest way is to use the built-in MIUI gallery, which allows you to crop video without any additional software, but with serious limitations: you can't add transitions, change speeds or overlay music, but it works offline and does not require registration.
Instructions:
- Open the Gallery app (an icon with colored squares).
- Find the right video and tap it to play.
- In the lower right corner, click on the “Edit” icon (pencil).
- Select the "Cutting" tab (scissors).
- Drag the yellow sliders on the timeline to select the beginning and end of the fragment.
- Click Save – the video will be processed in the background.
⚠️ Attention: In the gallery MIUI There's no preview function for the clipped fragment, if you're wrong with the time stamps, you'll have to start over, and when you save the video, you lose the metadata (date of filming, geotags) if it's been taken.
Make sure the video is not.mov (MIUI does not support editing it)
Close background applications (if there is a lack of RAM, the gallery can fly out)
Check the free space (short video is saved as a new file)
Disable battery savings (otherwise processing will be interrupted)-->
Method 2: Google Photos (with sync to the cloud)
Google Photos offers more flexible editing tools than the standard gallery, which automatically optimizes videos for social media and allows you to crop videos to the frame accuracy, the main plus is free cloud storage (15 GB), where you can save the original in case of error.
How to Cut Videos Through Google Photos:
- 📱 Install the app from the Play Market if it is not preinstalled.
- 🔍 Find the video in the library and open it.
- ✏️ Tap "Edit» → «Cut off».
- 🎬 Move the white markers on the timeline. Use the buttons to fine-tune them. +1 sec -1 sack.
- 💾 Click on “Save copy” – the original will remain intact.
Advantages of the method:
- 🔄 The ability to undo changes within 60 days (if the video is saved in the cloud).
- 📱 Automatic optimization for Stories (9:16) or Reels (4:5).
- 🛠️ Additional tools: stabilization, color correction, adding music.
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⚠️ Note: If you are cutting video in format.HEVC (H.265), Google Photos can convert it to.H264 This will increase the file size by 20 to 30 percent, and to avoid this, convert the video to another format before editing (e.g., via a file format). VLC).
Method 3: InShot App – for precision trimming and mounting
InShot is one of the most popular video editing apps on Android, and it works great on the Redmi Note 7 despite its modest specs. Unlike standard tools, you can:
- 🎵 Add music and sound effects.
- 📏 Cut the video to millisecond accuracy.
- 🎨 Overlay filters and text.
- 🔄 Change the reproduction rate (deceleration/acceleration).
Step-by-step:
- Download InShot from Play Market (free version with watermarks).
- Launch the app and select “Video” → import the file.
- On the timeline, drag the yellow markers for pruning. Use the "Separate" button to fine-tune them.
- If necessary, add transitions, music or subtitles.
- Click Save and select the resolution (recommended 1080p for the Redmi Note 7).
💡 Useful advice: In export settings ("More» → «Settings") disable the option of "Watermark" to avoid the InShot logo in the video.In the free version, this is only available for the first 3 exports per day.
| Parameter | MIUI Gallery | Google Photo | InShot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Precision of pruning | ±0.5 sec. | ±0.1 sec. | ±0.01 sec (framework) |
| 4K support | ❌ No. | ⚠️ Exports only 1080p | ✅ Yes (with a clamping) |
| Additional effects | ❌ No. | ✅ Music, filters. | ✅ Transitions, text, stickers |
| Preservation of the original | ❌ Overwrites the file | ✅ Keeps a copy. | ✅ The original hasn't changed. |
Method 4: CapCut – Professional social media editing
If you need to not just crop a video, but create a full-fledged video for TikTok, YouTube Shorts or Instagram, look at CapCut. This app from the developers of TikTok is optimized for creating short videos with effects, and it works steadily even on the Redmi Note 7.
Features of CapCut:
- 🎬 Automatic scene recognition for smart cropping.
- 🎶 Free Music Library without Copyright.
- 📈 Templates for quick editing (e.g., "TikTok 2026 trend»).
- 🖼️ Ability to add masks and chromacay (green screen).
How to crop video in CapCut:
- For accurate settings, turn on the “Side-by-Side view” mode (magnifying glass in the right corner).
How to speed up exports to CapCut on weak devices?
Method 5: VLC for Android – for pruning without loss of quality
If you need to crop video without clamping (for example, for further processing on your computer), use VLC for Android. This application retains the original codec and resolution, which is critical for professional tasks.
Instructions:
- Install VLC from the Play Market.
- Open the video in the app and click on the three dots in the upper right corner → “Edit”.
- Select “Prune” and set the starting and ending points.
- Click Save – the video will be exported in original quality.
⚠️ Attention: VLC Does not support clipping of video with variable bitrate (VBR). If your video is recorded in this format (e.g. from an action camera), the application can only save key frames, which will lead to "teared" playback.
Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
When cutting videos on Redmi Note 7, users often face typical problems.
- Video slows down when playing after cropping Reason: Redmi Note 7 is not optimized for 4K or high bitrate video processing Solution: Before cropping, convert video to 1080p via VLC or HandBrake (on your computer).
- The application crashes when you save Reason: lack of RAM. Solution: close all background processes through Settings → Applications → Run and try again.
- The clip has black fields Reason: aspect ratio mismatch. Solution: in the export settings, select "Fill in" instead of "Find in" (in InShot or CapCut).
- The reason why some applications (such as the MIUI gallery) don't save the audio track when editing. Solution: use InShot or CapCut, where the sound is processed separately.
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On the Redmi Note 7, the optimal resolution for trimming is 1080p with bitrate not higher than 10 Mbps. Higher settings will lead to lags or overheating of the processor.