There are basically two types of video editing: linear and non-linear. True to its name, linear editing involves arranging scenes one after the other. In other words, it’s like cutting and pasting scenes together to form a long continuous line in the story. In terms of technology, linear editing is the traditional type of editing process wherein the basic tools necessary are the film reel, cutter, and tape.

Non-linear editing is what can be considered the modern way to edit videos. Armed with a computer and a video editing program. Footages are captured on the hard drive, and through editing program, clips are arranged on a timeline, effects and music are added, and the finished product may be saved in a variety of formats.