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Why can't I extend the scene duration?

Written by Michael
Updated over 2 weeks ago

If your scene uses a video background, its duration cannot be extended.
This is because it’s not possible to generate additional video content beyond the original footage.

When can the duration be extended?

  • Solid color or image background:
    The scene duration can be freely extended or shortened.

  • Video background:
    ❌ Can only be shortened
    ❌ Cannot be extended

How to check if your scene is a video:

  • Click the scene in the timeline at the bottom

  • Look at the top toolbar: If you see a “Speed” option, it means the scene uses a video background (You can reduce the playback speed of a video to make the scene appear longer, but the actual video length itself cannot be extended.)

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