Continuity Editing

Continuity = linking shots logically so that they make sense

Continuity retains a sense of realistic chronology and generates the feeling that time is moving forward

They may use flashbacks or flash-forwards but the narrative will still be seen to be progressing forward in an expected or realistic way

Eye Line Match

We see a character looking at something off screen and then we cut to a shot of what they are looking at.

Match-on-action

We see a character start an action in one shot and then see them continue it in the next.

Graphic Match

When two shots are linked with a similar shape or composition of an image. The filmmaker can choose to place shots in a certain order so as to create a smooth visual transfers from one frame to the next.

The 180 Degree Rule

The 180 degree rule is a basic guideline that states that two characters (or other elements) in the same scene should always have the same left/right relationship to each other, If the camera passes over the imaginary axis connecting the 2 subjects it is called crossing the line.

Shot/Reverse Shot

Shot/reverse shot is used to show conversations or arguments.