How to Speed up Video in Movie Maker

If you're looking to adjust the speed of your video clips in Movie Maker, you're in the right place. Whether you want to speed up or slow down your footage, Movie Maker provides an easy and effective way to do so. In this guide, we'll take you through the steps with an example for better understanding.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Importing Your Clip

Firstly, you'll need to import the video clip you want to edit. Let's say we have a clip of a jigsaw cutting a piece of wood.

2. Adjusting the Speed

Begin by ensuring the video is paused and positioned at the start.
Double-click the imported video to access the editing options.
Locate the 'Speed' section. The default setting is 1x, indicating normal speed. You can choose various speed options:
- 2x for double speed
- 4x for quadruple speed
- 8x, and so on

For instance, if we want to speed up the video to eight times the original speed, simply select '8x' and hit play. The video will now play at super speed.

3. Slowing Down the Video

If you prefer to slow down your clip, you can set the speed to a fraction of the original. For example:

Set the speed to 0.5x for half speed.
Note that slowing down the video increases its duration.

To demonstrate, set the video speed to 0.5x and hit play. You'll see that this results in a slow-motion video.

4. Applying Speed Adjustments to Specific Sections

To speed up or slow down only certain parts of the video:

Navigate to the section where you want to change the speed. For example, to speed up the jigsaw part:
- Use the 'Split' function to divide the video at the start of the desired section.
- When the middle of the cutting is reached and you want to slow it down, split again.

You can then:

Set the first section to 8x speed.
Set the latter section to 0.5x speed.

When you play the video again, you’ll see it start at normal speed, switch to super speed, and finally slow down.

Final Touches

This method allows you to create engaging and dynamic videos, perfect for platforms like YouTube. With these simple steps, you can make your content stand out.

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FAQ

Q1: How do I import a video clip into Movie Maker?

A: Open Movie Maker, click on 'Add videos and photos,' and select the video clip you want to import.

Q2: What is the default speed setting in Movie Maker?

A: The default speed setting is 1x, which is normal speed.

Q3: Can I adjust the speed of only a part of the video?

A: Yes, you can use the 'Split' function to divide your video into sections and adjust the speed of each section individually.

Q4: Does slowing down a video clip affect its duration?

A: Yes, slowing down a video increases its duration. For example, setting the speed to 0.5x will double the video length.

Q5: Can I speed up the video more than eight times?

A: The maximum speed adjustment options depend on the version of Movie Maker you are using. Always check the available speed settings in your version.