How to Edit Videos - Video Editing for Beginners
Howto & Style
Introduction
Hey everyone, Alec here with Veed, and in this article, I'm going to take you through the step-by-step process of editing a video for beginners. Whether you have a bunch of clips from a family holiday you want to turn into a nice montage, mountain biking footage to create a YouTube video, or you want to create video memes for Instagram or TikToks, this guide will show you how to edit all of those easily using Veed.
Veed is an online video editor that is extremely beginner-friendly with little to no learning curve. You can edit directly within your browser and thus save space on your computer. Moreover, you can start a project on one device and continue on another, as long as you log into your Veed account. Veed offers both free and paid versions, providing access to all tools including the auto subtitle tool, draggable elements like progress bars and sound waves, and basic tools like trim, text, audio addition, and more.
Examples
Before diving in, here are a couple of examples:
- Instagram Video in Gary Vee Style: This involves creating a 9x16 format video where you can add text, images, automatic captions, and cut, trim, and split clips.
- Podcast Post: Adding sound waves that react to your podcast's audio along with text and images.
After this tutorial, you'll know how to create these and more.
Getting Started with Veed
Step 1: Create a New Project
- Visit Veed and click on 'Create a New Project' which takes you to the video editor.
- Click 'Upload Files' to select and upload your video clips.
Step 2: Trimming and Splitting Video
- Use the playhead to navigate through the video and position where you want to make cuts.
- Click the 'Split' button to cut clips and use the drag and drop features to reposition them.
Step 3: Resize for Different Platforms
- If you want to post on Instagram, resize the canvas to a square 1x1 aspect ratio from the settings tab.
- Adjust the elements such as background color and video position within the canvas.
Step 4: Adding Text
- Click on the 'Text' tab to add a headline title.
- Customize the text font, size, and color, and position it on the video.
Step 5: Auto Subtitles
- Use the 'Auto Subtitles' tool to generate text from the audio.
- Tweak the subtitles for timing and accuracy in the subtitle editor.
Step 6: Adding Images
- Click on the 'Upload' tab to add images or audio to your video.
Step 7: Adding Progress Bars and Sound Waves
- Find pre-built elements in the 'Elements' tab such as progress bars and sound waves.
- Customize elements and position them in the video.
Step 8: Change Aspect Ratio for Multiple Platforms
- Quickly resize your video for platforms such as TikTok using the 9x16 aspect ratio option under settings.
Step 9: Exporting Your Video
- Once you're done, click the 'Export' button to render and download the video.
Veed offers additional features like filters, effects, color corrections, and drawing tools. Explore these to further enhance your video-editing skills.
Keyword
- Video Editing
- Veed
- Beginners Guide
- Auto Subtitles
- Instagram Video
- TikTok
- Progress Bar
- Sound Waves
- Resize Canvas
- Export Settings
FAQ
Q1: What is Veed? A: Veed is an online video editor designed for ease of use, particularly suitable for beginners. It allows you to edit videos directly in your browser and offers various tools including auto subtitles, progress bars, and sound waves.
Q2: Can I use Veed for free? A: Yes, Veed offers both free and paid versions. The free version provides access to many tools, while the paid version offers additional features.
Q3: How do I resize my video for different social media platforms? A: You can easily resize your video by going to the settings tab and selecting the appropriate aspect ratio (e.g., 1x1 for Instagram, 9x16 for TikTok).
Q4: How do I add subtitles to my video? A: Use Veed’s 'Auto Subtitles' tool to automatically generate and customize subtitles based on your video's audio.
Q5: Can I edit a project on different devices? A: Yes, since Veed is an online editor, you can log into your Veed account from different devices and continue your project wherever you left off.
Q6: How do I add text and images to my video? A: You can add text by going to the 'Text' tab and images by clicking the 'Upload' tab, then positioning them as required on the video.