What is the purpose of the Rolling edit tool?

The Rolling Edit tool serves a specific purpose in video editing: it allows users to adjust the in and out points of adjacent clips simultaneously without affecting the overall duration of the sequence. This tool is especially useful when fine-tuning transitions between clips, as it helps maintain the flow of a scene while altering the timing of content within each clip. When using the Rolling Edit tool, as one clip's endpoint is extended or shortened, the neighboring clip's corresponding endpoint is automatically adjusted, facilitating a more efficient editing process. This capability is valuable for ensuring continuity and pacing in a narrative, making the tool essential for editors seeking to achieve precise edits without reworking the total length of the edited sequence.