You’ve probably used the QuickTime Player app to play back a video, but under the hood, it’s a surprisingly sophisticated tool. Here’s how it started, and how to get the most out of it.

How to use QuickTime on Mac

How to use QuickTime on Mac
If you’ve ever opened a video file on your Mac, chances are you’ve used QuickTime Player — but you might not realize just how much more it can do beyond just playing movies. Whether you’re looking to trim a clip, record your screen, or convert a video file, QuickTime is one of Apple’s most underrated built-in tools.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything QuickTime Player can do — and how to get the most out of it.