Green Screen Effect in Windows Movie Maker 6.0

If you're looking to create a green screen movie using Windows Movie Maker 6 on a Windows 7 system, you're in luck. While Windows 7 comes pre-installed with Windows Movie Maker Live—which lacks many of the features available in version 6—there are ways to get the older version running on newer systems. Below is a detailed step-by-step guide on setting up and using the green screen effect in Windows Movie Maker 6.0.

Step 1: Get Windows Movie Maker 6.0

First, you need to download Windows Movie Maker 6.0 as it is not available on Windows 7 by default. You can find a compatible version online that works with Windows 7. Download and install it on your system.

Step 2: Download Rehan Effects for Chroma Key

To enable the green screen functionality, go to RehanFX and download the appropriate chroma key effects package for your system (32-bit or 64-bit). The installation process is straightforward, and the effects will automatically be added to Windows Movie Maker's transition options.

Step 3: Prepare Your Footage

Gather the videos you want to use. Here’s a breakdown:

Field Footage: Import this as your background clip.
Green Screen Clip: Get a green screen clip from online sources like YouTube. For instance, you might find a clip of a dragon on a green background.

Step 4: Edit and Layer Your Clips

Trim Your Clips: Cut the necessary parts of your clips to match their lengths.
Mute Background Noise: If there are unwanted sounds, mute the clip by selecting Clip Audio > Mute.

Step 5: Apply the Green Screen Effect

Add the Green Screen Clip: Drag your green screen clip on top of the background footage. Note that there might be slight frame misalignments.
Select Chroma Key: Go to ‘Transitions’ and select the suitable green chroma key effect. Through practice, you might find that B 10.1 works best.

Step 6: Add Additional Effects

You can import a BR file of your clip and add another layer of green screen:

Split and Position: Split your background clip where you want to insert a new effect, like an explosion.
Drag and Adjust: Drag the green screen effect to the desired position and adjust it.
Apply Transition: Use the chroma key transition again to blend the new clip.

Conclusion

For layering multiple effects, repeat the above steps by saving and importing clips successively. With practice and experimentation, you can create layered video effects for a more dynamic movie experience with Windows Movie Maker 6.0 and Rehan Effects.

Keywords

Windows Movie Maker 6.0
Green Screen
Chroma Key
Rehan Effects
Windows 7
Video Editing

FAQ

Q1: Can I use Windows Movie Maker 6.0 on Windows 7?

Yes, you can find a compatible version of Windows Movie Maker 6.0 online that works on Windows 7.

Q2: Where can I get the green screen effect for Windows Movie Maker 6.0?

You can download the chroma key effects from RehanFX.

Q3: How do I mute audio in a clip?

Select the clip, go to Clip Audio, and choose Mute.

Q4: Can I add multiple green screen effects in a single project?

Yes, you can layer multiple effects by saving, importing, and editing successively.

Q5: What if my clips don't align perfectly?

Small misalignments are common. You might need to adjust the clips frame by frame or splice and overlap until it looks right.

This guide should help you get started with creating a green screen movie in Windows Movie Maker 6.0. Enjoy experimenting with your video projects!