# CutZal Blog

The CutZal Blog records how DevBrother records and edits long-form YouTube videos with CutZal, plus editing know-how for talking-head videos like lectures, reviews, vlogs, and podcasts. Numbers come only from checked files and work logs, and every post lists its check date and sources.

1. Editing guide · Oct 29, 2026

## [Motion graphics for talking-head videos: the 12-second rule](/blog/en/motion-graphics-12-second-rule)

When to add motion graphics to a long talking-head video. Keep each layout under 12 seconds with full camera, zoom, and motion. Numbers from the REA episode.


1. Edit log · Oct 29, 2026

## [From a 62-minute recording to 16 minutes: the REA edit](/blog/en/rea-editing-log)

We recorded the REA video in two sessions (61:57 in total), cut it to 15:50 in CutZal, and published it 7 hours 45 minutes after the first take started.


1. Edit log · Oct 29, 2026

## [From a 79-minute recording to 21 minutes: the REVIEW.md edit](/blog/en/review-md-editing-log)

The REVIEW.md video went from a 79:12 in-app recording to a 21:05 cut. Three-channel recording, 59 graphic scenes, human fixes, and four subtitle languages.



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