How to Fix Microsoft ClipChamp Keeps Crashing on Windows 11

Microsoft Clipchamp is a handy but basic video editor that comes installed on Windows 11. It's perfect for short, small little edits when you don't have the time to learn a full-blown video editor like DaVinci Resolve or Premiere Pro. And while it is pretty stable and reliable, some people have issues with Microsoft Clipchamp crashing when users work on longer video projects that extend beyond 20–30 minutes. While Microsoft has plans to fix this at some point, there are a few things you can do right now that should solve the problem on any Windows 11 device.

How to Fix Microsoft ClipChamp Keeps Crashing on Windows 11

There are several factors that contribute to crashing in Clipchamp. These include:

• Insufficient free disk space.
• Outdated or corrupted installation files.
• Interference from background processes, such as antivirus scans.
• Temporary files left behind from unfinished or failed exports can also corrupt project data and trigger recurring crashes.

Clear Storage Space

Clipchamp relies on temporary cache and preview files to render edits smoothly. If the storage drive is nearly full, the app may crash when attempting to write or expand these files. Ideally, keep at least 20–30 per cent of your system drive free.

• Use Disk Cleanup: Press Win + S, type Disk Cleanup, and select the drive where Clipchamp is installed (usually C:). Check options such as Temporary Files and Recycle Bin, then confirm deletion.
• Delete Temporary Files Manually: Press Win + R, type %temp%, and press Enter. Select all files and press Shift + Delete to remove them permanently. Repeat with temp (without % symbols).
• Uninstall Unnecessary Programs: Open Win + R, type appwiz.cpl, and uninstall software you no longer need to free both disk space and background memory.

Clean Install Graphics Drivers With DDU (Display Driver Uninstaller)

For most people, this will be the solution that fixes the problem. Especially if it has been a while since you clean installed drivers.

• Download Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU)
• Download the latest graphics driver for your GPU
• Disconnect from the internet
• Run DDU to uninstall existing drivers completely
• Restart your computer
• Install the new driver you downloaded
• Restart your computer and reconnect to the internet

Disable Automatic Subtitles

The automatic captioning feature analyses audio and generates subtitles in real time. While convenient, it can consume significant CPU and GPU resources, particularly with long projects. Disabling this feature can reduce processing load and improve stability. If you are trying to edit on a laptop you should also consider plugging it into power.

• Open your project in Clipchamp.
• Under the export section, select Captions.
• If auto-captioning is active, choose Turn off autocaption.

After disabling, reopen the project and continue editing. Manual captioning can still be applied later without affecting performance.

Repair or Reset Clipchamp

Like many apps, Clipchamp stores local cache and temporary project data. If these files become corrupted, they can cause repeated crashes during launch or playback. Resetting the app clears these files and restores default settings.

• Press Win + S and search for Clipchamp.
• Right-click and choose App settings.
• Scroll down and select Repair to try to fix the problem without a full reset. Or Reset to clear everything from the app.
• Restart your computer, then reopen Clipchamp.

Note: Resetting removes local app data. Save or export any important projects beforehand.

Use the Web Version

If the desktop application continues to crash after all of the troubleshooting, switching to Clipchamp’s web version can help. Running in a browser bypasses many local dependencies such as outdated drivers or corrupted runtime libraries.

• Visit the official Clipchamp website.
• Sign in with the same Microsoft account you use for the desktop app.
• Import your media and continue editing directly in the browser.

The web version relies on WebGL or WebGPU acceleration, which often runs more reliably in modern browsers.