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To combine videos from multiple people, record one shared event in Meddly, upload each clip, and run automatic audio sync across all angles. After sync, generate Moments without manual timeline work. Check token availability before processing so your team can publish quickly.
Updated: April 9, 2026
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Use this flow when you already have footage from multiple people and need fast, reliable output. If you are still estimating costs, check token pricing first.
What You Need
A shared Meddly event where contributors record together.
Complete uploads from each key camera angle.
Enough tokens for processing and Moments after audio sync.
First 10 Minutes Checklist
Confirm every contributor is attached to the same event.
Check upload queue status for each important angle.
Run audio sync as soon as all clips are uploaded.
Confirm token availability before generating Moments.
Concrete Example with Numbers
Example: 4 people each record 30 minutes of the same event. That is 120 total minutes of footage, so processing uses 720 tokens (120 x 6). A 4-minute final Moment adds 200 tokens (4 x 50), for 920 tokens total (about $9.20 on web pricing).
Common Problems When Combining Videos
Contributors upload clips at different times or formats.
Clips have little or no clear overlapping audio for reliable sync.
Teams lose track of which clips belong to which moment.
Using one shared event removes most of that chaos before editing even begins.
1. Use a Shared Event
Combining footage is much easier when everyone records into one shared event. This keeps contributors organized and preserves recording context for automatic audio sync.
2. Collect Complete Uploads
Before generating output, confirm that each person has uploaded their full clip. Missing uploads reduce angle coverage and can limit final production options.
If you run into upload issues, use the iOS or Android troubleshooting guides.
3. Sync Clips Automatically
Meddly uses automatic audio sync, so you do not need to manually line up waveforms or clap-sync every angle.
4. Create the Final Version
Generate a Moment directly in Meddly, or export an EDL for Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, and other video editors.
Learn more about output options in Creating Moments.
Upload QA Checklist
Confirm each contributor uploaded their full take.
Flag clipped or corrupted uploads before generating output.
Ensure all important camera perspectives are represented.
Manual Workflow vs Meddly Workflow
| Category | Traditional Merge | Meddly Merge |
|---|---|---|
| File Collection | Spreadsheets and file shares | One shared event pipeline |
| Synchronization | Manual waveform matching | Automatic audio sync |
| Delivery | Long edit cycles | Fast Moment generation + EDL export |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we combine phone footage and external camera footage?
Yes. Record synchronized phone footage, then upload external camera clips through event media to include additional angles.
Do all contributors need to upload before we generate output?
Is manual editing required to combine videos?
