How do you edit your GoPro videos?

Written by Manon

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6 October 2025

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10:43

How do you edit your GoPro videos?

There are different ways to record great videos with your GoPro. You can edit your videos afterwards with the GoPro Quik app. But you can also influence the result while you record your footage. Unique camera angles can contribute to your video result. We'll give some tips on how to edit your GoPro videos in this article.

Camera position

By trying out different positions with your GoPro, you can find out what angle creates spectacular images. You can mount your action camera to your surfboard, kayak, or snowboard, for example. That way, you won't have to edit the images much to make them look cool. Film from various points of view, so your video contains a lot of variety. That way, it becomes interesting to watch the video.

Camera position
GoPro Quik

GoPro Quik app

To edit your videos. you have to use the GoPro Quik app. This app is free to use for your smartphone. Via Bluetooth, you can transfer the videos from your GoPro to the phone and you can edit them right away in GoPro Quik. You can find more information about GoPro Quik in the article below.

How do I get started with GoPro Quik?
Smartphone

Edit on your smartphone

When you downloaded the app on your smartphone, you can get started. If you connect the GoPro to the Quik app, you can download your video to your smartphone. Choose a few highlights and the app will create a video. You can edit the video yourself afterwards. For example, add filters, music, or text. It's also possible to adjust the order and length of the video.

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