Understanding

Continuity Editing
Different methods within system used to maintain continuity while balancing a clear narrative.

180 Degrees Rule
This is to maintain spacial relationships between characters and objects in the scene.
this should never be broken unless done on purpose to create a different effect.

Eye-Line-Match
A cut between two shots,where one character looks at the other directly with his eyes and then we cut to the object or character.

Match on Action

A cut between two shots where it framings are different but there action match, making the shot seem uninterrupted but continued.