How it works
Remove time between similarly framed shots, making a visible discontinuity.
Terminology boundary: Aliases vary by region and production context; the physical parameter above is the deciding clue.
17 · Visual transitions
Jump cut跳切
Remove time between similarly framed shots, making a visible discontinuity.
Physical change: edit / time skipelliptical cut
Narrative effect
Compresses time with energy or fragmentation.
When to use it
Tutorials, routines, waiting, getting ready.
Common mistakes
Make discontinuity intentional and preserve temporal logic.
SHOT PROMPT TEMPLATE
Turn the term into direction
Three jump cuts in one locked medium shot as blank canvas becomes finished.