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A jump cut is an abrupt transition between two shots that can be disorienting or provide a jolt to the viewer. In a documentary, it can be used to show the passage of time or to highlight a stark contrast in the subject matter.

Match cut is an editing technique that connects two shots through visual, aural, or thematic similarity. In documentaries, it can draw connections between subjects, create visual metaphors, or provide smooth transitions that enhance the storytelling.

L-Cuts and J-Cuts are types of split edits where the audio and video switch at different times. In documentaries, an L-Cut can advance the story while hearing the previous scene's audio, whereas a J-Cut allows the audio to lead into the next visual. Both enhance narrative fluidity.

Cutting on action involves editing at the point when some action is occurring, which makes the edit less noticeable. In documentaries, it promotes continuity by maintaining the flow of movement and can make scenes more dynamic and engaging.

Montage is the editing technique of combining several disparate shots to form a new, synthesized meaning. In documentary storytelling, it shapes the narrative by juxtaposing images to suggest relationships and convey complex ideas quickly.

Cross-cutting is the alternation between two or more scenes that occur simultaneously in different locations. In documentaries, this technique can be used to create tension, show cause and effect, or draw parallels between different storylines or arguments.

A cutaway is the insertion of a shot depicting something that is not directly related to the current action. In documentaries, cutaways offer visual relief, provide additional information, or foreshadow upcoming events.