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How to Change the Duration of All Photos in Clipchamp

Camila Milosovich Oct 14, 2026 868 views

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The user is looking for a way to change the duration of multiple photos simultaneously to create a slideshow.

How to Change the Duration of All Photos in Clipchamp

Product: Clipchamp
Device & OS: not provided
Scenario: Creating a photo slideshow or video project that requires uniform timing for all imported images.
Observed behavior: Clipchamp lacks a batch 'Set Duration' option for multiple selected photos, requiring manual adjustments for each image.

Before you start

Check for updates in your Clipchamp app or browser version, as Microsoft frequently updates the editor and may introduce batch-duration editing in future releases.

Solution 1Recommended

Use the Duplicate Command to Extend Screen Time

Since batch duration editing is unavailable, duplicating images on the timeline is a fast workaround to keep them on screen longer.

This method avoids the manual dragging of individual clip edges, especially when you need a photo to display for exactly double or triple its default time.

Select the target images

Click and drag your cursor over the photos on your timeline that you want to extend.

Open the context menu

Right-click on one of the highlighted clips to open the options menu.

Duplicate the photos

Select 'Duplicate' from the menu. The images will copy and paste sequentially, effectively doubling their duration in your slideshow.

Use the Duplicate Command to Extend Screen Time

Timeline Arrangement: Duplicated clips will appear directly next to the original clips. If you select multiple clips at once, they will duplicate as a block.

Solution 2

Adjust Each Photo Duration Individually

For precise and custom timing, you will need to manually adjust the edges of each photo clip on the timeline.

Create Photo Slideshows with Batch Duration Settings in WPS Presentation

If you are struggling with Clipchamp's lack of batch duration editing for photos, WPS Presentation is an excellent alternative. It allows you to quickly import photos, set uniform slide durations with a single click, and export your project as a video.

1. Import photos into slides: Open WPS Presentation, create a new document, and insert your photos onto individual slides.
2. Access the Transitions tab: Navigate to the 'Transitions' tab on the top ribbon.
3. Set slide duration: In the 'Advance Slide' section, check the 'After' box and input your desired duration in seconds.
4. Apply to all photos: Click the 'Apply to All' button to instantly set this duration for every photo in your slideshow.
5. Export as video: Go to the 'Menu', select 'Export to Video', and save your perfectly timed photo slideshow as an MP4 file.

Set slideshow photo durations instantly with the 'Apply to All' transition feature.Fully compatible with Microsoft PowerPoint (.pptx) formats.Export your photo slideshows directly to high-quality MP4 video.Free, lightweight, and features an intuitive interface with no steep learning curve.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will Clipchamp add a batch duration editing feature?

Microsoft frequently releases updates to Clipchamp. Many users have requested batch-duration editing for slideshows, so it is highly possible it will be included in a future update.

Can I change the default duration for imported photos in Clipchamp?

No, Clipchamp currently applies a standard 5-second default duration for all imported images, and there is no global settings menu option to change this default length before importing.

How do I select multiple clips at once in Clipchamp?

You can select multiple clips by clicking and dragging your cursor over the clips to lasso them, or by holding down the Shift key while clicking individual photos in the timeline.

Can I copy and paste a duration setting from one photo to another?

No, copying and pasting in Clipchamp duplicates the media block itself. It does not transfer just the duration properties or effects to a different photo.

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