Kortklipp

Kortklipp is a Swedish term for a short clip or excerpt taken from a longer audiovisual work, such as a news report, interview, film, or TV program. In media and broadcasting, a kortklipp is a concise segment designed for quick viewing, often used to illustrate a point, summarize content, or promote material to an audience. The term is widely used in Swedish-speaking newsrooms, production houses, and online platforms.

Usage and purpose: Kortklipp are commonly employed to accompany articles, to introduce topics in broadcasts, or to be shared on social media. They may show a brief moment from an interview, a cut from a sequence in a documentary, or a promotional snippet for a program. Editing to create a kortklipp typically involves selecting a representative moment, trimming surrounding material, and adding context through captions, lower-thirds, or subtitles.

Form and typical lengths: There is no fixed length for a kortklipp; typical durations range from a few seconds to around a minute, with longer versions appearing on platforms that support longer formats. The clips are usually delivered as standard digital video files (for example MP4) and may include metadata, captions, or a transcription to facilitate reuse and searchability.

Rights and distribution: Short clips are subject to copyright and licensing rules. Media organizations clear rights for reuse, redistribution, or embedding, and usage often requires proper attribution and adherence to licensing terms. Kortklipp are widely distributed across platforms such as news portals, social media, and corporate communications, reflecting their role as compact, shareable media assets.

Etymology and related terms: The word combines kort (short) and klipp (clip or cut). Related terms include kortfilm (short film), klipp (clip), and klippning (editing).