Chiziqli videomontaj is a montage method based on writing materials in sequence. Clips are arranged in order on the editing machine. Cutting, transitions, and basic effects are used in real time. Each change requires re-writing. Planning involves logging, time code, synchronization, and genlock are important. Trimming and splicing are done with mechanical or software tools. This editing is convenient for archiving and seamless extension, but customization is limited.