Microsoft has updated clipchamp According to the company, Windows 11 will now require users to sign in with a Microsoft account to create and edit videos and save the project to OneDrive.
The change affects both new and existing projects and applies to the built-in video editor included with the operating system.
OneDrive is now required to edit Clipchamp projects
Microsoft has confirmed that projects created in Clipchamp need to be archived. a campaign To remain editable. Users can still keep media files like videos and images saved locally on their device, but the project files themselves must be saved to the cloud.
If users choose to store projects locally, those projects will not be accessible within Clipchamp for editing. The app displays a message indicating that locally stored projects will not appear in the Clipchamp app and must be saved to OneDrive to remain editable.
How does the new rule affect existing Clipchamp projects
The need is not limited to new projects. Users who want to edit existing Clipchamp projects will also need to move them to OneDrive.
This effectively makes OneDrive an essential part of the editing process, even for those who previously worked offline. Microsoft says users are not required to upload all media assets to OneDrive. However, if OneDrive backup is enabled, those files may be synced automatically.
Why does local editing no longer work in Clipchamp?
The update eliminates the option to have a completely local editing workflow within Clipchamp. Although users can still store project files locally, doing so may prevent them from opening or editing those files in the app.
This means that working on the same device also depends on cloud storage. The current setup does not provide a hybrid solution that allows both project files and media to remain offline while still being editable.
What should Windows 11 users do about the new ClipChamp requirement
Users who wish to continue using Clipchamp must do so Sign in with a Microsoft account and save projects to OneDrive.
To continue editing projects, open Clipchamp, sign in with a Microsoft account, and set up OneDrive if prompted. Then, save or move the projects to OneDrive. For those who prefer offline editing, third-party video editors will be necessary, as Clipchamp no longer supports local project editing.
Where and when will the new ClipChamp OneDrive requirement come into effect
OneDrive with ClipChamp requirement is already being rolled out for Windows 11 devices. Microsoft has not provided any option to disable this behavior or given any timeline for a potential change.
