Combine multiple clips into sequence

Combine Beach_1_trim, Beach_2_trim, and Beach_3_trim into a single sequence in that order, aligned to the master timeline with 0.5-second crossfades between clips. Make sure audio levels are consistent and label the sequence 'TikTok_Draft1_Monday' for export.

Before I assemble the sequence, create a short overview that surfaces total runtime, each clip’s in/out durations, where the energy dips, and any mismatch in resolution or frame rate. Suggest placement and whether hard cuts or short crossfades will keep the pace for a 30-second TikTok.

I assembled Beach_1_trim through Beach_3_trim but the three clips together don’t feel rhythmic—the montage drags in the middle. I can’t tell whether pacing is off because of clip choice, transition length, or audio. What quick checks and a single first change should I make to diagnose and fix the pacing before the client review?

I keep burning time late rearranging clips to find the right pace: I assemble, tweak transitions, and still miss the mark at review. What broader habit or rule-of-thumb should I adopt when creating sequences so the first assembly is solid enough to show, saving edits for one focused pass?