September 11, 2020 Using OnLine Video Editing

A step by step guide on how to use online video editors to your advantage.

Have you always wanted to try your hand at video editing but found all the complex software too much to comprehend? Well, we have a great solution for you wherein you can not only learn to edit videos well but have your quality look as good as any other software can.

Using online video editors has become the norm for a lot of artists, and it’s certainly catching on. Here’s a simple guide for you that will help you figure out how these websites work, and what you can do with them.

1. Select a template

This is, by far, one of the most important advantages of using an online video editor. Depending on the setting of your video and where it is going to be uploaded, you can select a template accordingly.

Because of this feature, the video editing process becomes much easier since the editor does not have to make a video from scratch.The basic framework of the video is ready, and now it only needs to be customized according to the specifications of your video.

So, if you have a presentation that needs to be made on a priority basis, you can make use of their slideshow maker and create a presentation comfortably. On platforms like InVideo, there are a lot of templates available for users to choose from- some of them include, birthday invitations, business presentations, mother’s day templates, etc.

2. Import the video

As mentioned before, the template is only a rough framework that will support your main video content. This content is totally yours, and you have all the freedom in the world to edit it however you wish, using this editor. The important thing is to make sure your video aligns with the theme of the template so that it all looks good together.

You can upload different videos on their editor, edit them there itself, and merge them together. This will help you in placing the videos one after the other in a better manner and decide the placement accordingly.

You can also make sure that there is a consistent theme or filter in the videos throughout all the clips and increase the likability of the video/presentation.

3. Upload images

Even though it is a video presentation, online video editors give you an option to insert images within your video. This can either be in the form of a smaller window in the video itself or a series of montages that make up a slideshow of sorts.

Whatever your requirement is, there are many ways to put an image in the video, and it is made extremely easy by these editors. All you have to do is upload the picture from your computer, and there you have it!

It can be a good medium to use even for intros and outros, and can also be a good tool as an ad maker. It ensures your content remains short and under 5 seconds. A slideshow is always better if it has the perfect mixture of both audio and video so that the viewer is not bombarded with only one element throughout the video

4. Insert text

When it comes to video content, the text doesn’t really have a lot of involvement, but it’s great to know how to use the feature anyway. Text can act as supplementary content to video content. You can use it in many ways in a video, be it for introducing someone, highlighting important quotes, giving context, determining the place and time of a certain setting, etc.

Throughout all of this, it is important to make sure that the text isn’t very overbearing. Remember, your viewer has come here for visual content. Giving them a lot of text to read won’t help your case. Be mindful of the typefaces and colors of the text, making sure that they align with the video’s theme.

5. Use effects and enhancers

These are like the salt in your recipe. Using effects like fireworks, lights, etc. or enhancers like confetti can be the very pizzazz you need for your videos. They will liven them up and make the whole video a better experience to watch.

Many video editing platforms have a plethora of such effects available on their websites. However, it is important that just like text, you do not go overboard with this in your videos. For example, a few fireworks can really beautify your video, while a lot of them can actually be difficult to watch. Keep them in moderation, and watch them do the work for you.

6. Put in some audio

Once you have the whole video in place, you can finally get to inserting audio in your file. Considering your video already has a good amount of audio in it, you just need to refine it and insert appropriate audio effects wherever necessary.

The audio can be of different types, depending on the content you have. Online video editors have a lot of in-built clips too. If none of them suit you, you can also upload an audio file from your desktop and add it wherever you like.

Be mindful of what sound clip you choose since it can set the whole mood of your content. When it comes to intros and outros especially, audio effects are very important and can make or break your video.

7. Final touches

This might seem like an obvious step, but a lot of times, most editors might be tempted to skip it. This is because you have seen the video a number of times and just want to get done with it.

This feeling is natural; however, take care that most mistakes and scope for final touches are found only when reviewing the video. So, for some more time, let go of your laziness, and critique your work in a compelling manner.

Conclusion

Using these tips are great for a beginner to push-start their careers in video editing, and eventually move on to more complex methods. Such easy to use platforms will not only hone your skills better, but also teach you how to make money online, and help you become smart at it.

So, without any further ado, get to your editing work, and create your very own masterpiece soon.

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