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Fun & Easy Masking Tricks in Filmora
Fun & Easy Masking Tricks in Filmora
Masking is a video effect that allows you to cut out a scene and use the overlay to duplicate, hide, modify, or reveal your video footage. Just think of it as cutting something on your video so you can see what’s in the bottom layer. So, without wasting time, let me show you how to mask a video in Wondershare Filmora . Let’s get started!
Free Download For Win 7 or later(64-bit)
Free Download For macOS 10.14 or later
Masking Trick 1:
First, you need to shoot footage to add the masking effect. To do that, find a doorway with enough space to walk back and forth before setting up a camera with a tripod facing the entrance. Make sure you set the camera at the center height of the door to prevent lens distortion.
With the tripod set up, film yourself walking behind the door toward the camera. Get close to the camera, then walk back to the door. Then, cross the doorway slowly before walking out of the frame. Now let’s get editing with Wondershare Filmora.
Step 1 Fire up Wondershare Filmora, then import the clip on the video editor. After that, move the clip to the timeline by merely dragging it. Add two clips on the first and second tracks.
Step 2 Now proceed to hide the first track before adding a freeze frame on the second track. To do that, move the playhead to find the starting scene with the door frame without your subject. Then, right-click the clip and tap Add Freeze Frame. After that, extend the freeze frame area and cut out the rest of the clip.
Step 3 Next, click the Effect button and find the Image Mask effect in the Utility folder. Now drag the effect to the top layer.
Step 4 Double-click the clip to open the video editing options, then choose a rectangle image mast under Video Effects. Ensure the mask is inverted by clicking the Invert Mask checkbox. Now adjust the mast to match the door frame before clicking Ok.
Step 5 Up to this point, unhide the first track, then find the scene where the subject appears on the door frame. On the first track, cut the clip before the subject appears on the stage before cutting the scene where the subject crosses the door frame for the second time on the second track. Now play the video to view your masking effect.
Masking Trick: 2
In the second masking effect, we want to create a subject walking in and outside a tree. To do that, find a tree with a clear background, then place your camera to film the center of the tree trunk where the subject will be walking.
Now film the subject walking from one side of the tree, stop for a second, and then turn back. They should repeat the same action, but this time they’ll walk forward outside the frame after the one-second stop. That’s all!
Step 1 Import the clip on Filmora, then add the footage on the first and second timelines. After that, hide the first track, then find the scene where the subject walks forward away from the tree in the second track. Cut off the area before that action.
Step 2 Next, click Effects, choose Utility, then drag the Image Mask effect on the second video track. Then, double-click the second clip, select Video Effects, and choose a rectangular option that masks the right side of the frame.
Now adjust the mask until it covers the entire right side of the tree. After that, unhide the first clip and move the second to match the first clip’s timing. You can also cut out everything outside the scene of the first clip.
Step 3 Play the video to see your subject walking in both directions of the tree.
Masking Trick 3:
For this masking illusion, we’ll create a video with a subject jumping over a house. So, set up your camera tripod on a low level in front of the building. You can also add a mark on the ground for your subject to know where to jump.
Now tell your subject to walk to the marker before jumping and walking out of the scene.
Step 1 Import the clip into Filmora and add it to the first and second tracks. Now hide the first track before finding the scene without the subject in the second track and add a freeze frame. After that, extend the freeze frame area and cut out the rest of the clip.
Step 2 Now, it’s time to customize the clip with a mask. To do that, head to the Utility folder under Effects and choose Image Mask. Click the Invert Mask box to invert the mask.
Step 3 Double-click the video track and choose an image mask under Video Effects. Note that you may need several combinations of masks to mask out the sky and leave the building. So, play around with different masking shapes until the sky is covered.
Step 4 After masking, unhide the first track on the timeline before playing the video to find the scene where the subject appears and cut off everything before that scene. Also, find the scene where the subject jumps in the air and cut the clip in the second track. Then, delete everything after that scene.
Step 5 Play the video to see your subject jumping over the building and walking away from the scene.
Conclusion
That was easy, right? Playing around with Filmora’s masking tools can create incredible masking illusions like the ones we’ve discussed. And don’t forget this video editor has many more creative possibilities. You should try these masking tricks!
Free Download For macOS 10.14 or later
Masking Trick 1:
First, you need to shoot footage to add the masking effect. To do that, find a doorway with enough space to walk back and forth before setting up a camera with a tripod facing the entrance. Make sure you set the camera at the center height of the door to prevent lens distortion.
With the tripod set up, film yourself walking behind the door toward the camera. Get close to the camera, then walk back to the door. Then, cross the doorway slowly before walking out of the frame. Now let’s get editing with Wondershare Filmora.
Step 1 Fire up Wondershare Filmora, then import the clip on the video editor. After that, move the clip to the timeline by merely dragging it. Add two clips on the first and second tracks.
Step 2 Now proceed to hide the first track before adding a freeze frame on the second track. To do that, move the playhead to find the starting scene with the door frame without your subject. Then, right-click the clip and tap Add Freeze Frame. After that, extend the freeze frame area and cut out the rest of the clip.
Step 3 Next, click the Effect button and find the Image Mask effect in the Utility folder. Now drag the effect to the top layer.
Step 4 Double-click the clip to open the video editing options, then choose a rectangle image mast under Video Effects. Ensure the mask is inverted by clicking the Invert Mask checkbox. Now adjust the mast to match the door frame before clicking Ok.
Step 5 Up to this point, unhide the first track, then find the scene where the subject appears on the door frame. On the first track, cut the clip before the subject appears on the stage before cutting the scene where the subject crosses the door frame for the second time on the second track. Now play the video to view your masking effect.
Masking Trick: 2
In the second masking effect, we want to create a subject walking in and outside a tree. To do that, find a tree with a clear background, then place your camera to film the center of the tree trunk where the subject will be walking.
Now film the subject walking from one side of the tree, stop for a second, and then turn back. They should repeat the same action, but this time they’ll walk forward outside the frame after the one-second stop. That’s all!
Step 1 Import the clip on Filmora, then add the footage on the first and second timelines. After that, hide the first track, then find the scene where the subject walks forward away from the tree in the second track. Cut off the area before that action.
Step 2 Next, click Effects, choose Utility, then drag the Image Mask effect on the second video track. Then, double-click the second clip, select Video Effects, and choose a rectangular option that masks the right side of the frame.
Now adjust the mask until it covers the entire right side of the tree. After that, unhide the first clip and move the second to match the first clip’s timing. You can also cut out everything outside the scene of the first clip.
Step 3 Play the video to see your subject walking in both directions of the tree.
Masking Trick 3:
For this masking illusion, we’ll create a video with a subject jumping over a house. So, set up your camera tripod on a low level in front of the building. You can also add a mark on the ground for your subject to know where to jump.
Now tell your subject to walk to the marker before jumping and walking out of the scene.
Step 1 Import the clip into Filmora and add it to the first and second tracks. Now hide the first track before finding the scene without the subject in the second track and add a freeze frame. After that, extend the freeze frame area and cut out the rest of the clip.
Step 2 Now, it’s time to customize the clip with a mask. To do that, head to the Utility folder under Effects and choose Image Mask. Click the Invert Mask box to invert the mask.
Step 3 Double-click the video track and choose an image mask under Video Effects. Note that you may need several combinations of masks to mask out the sky and leave the building. So, play around with different masking shapes until the sky is covered.
Step 4 After masking, unhide the first track on the timeline before playing the video to find the scene where the subject appears and cut off everything before that scene. Also, find the scene where the subject jumps in the air and cut the clip in the second track. Then, delete everything after that scene.
Step 5 Play the video to see your subject jumping over the building and walking away from the scene.
Conclusion
That was easy, right? Playing around with Filmora’s masking tools can create incredible masking illusions like the ones we’ve discussed. And don’t forget this video editor has many more creative possibilities. You should try these masking tricks!
Free Download For macOS 10.14 or later
Masking Trick 1:
First, you need to shoot footage to add the masking effect. To do that, find a doorway with enough space to walk back and forth before setting up a camera with a tripod facing the entrance. Make sure you set the camera at the center height of the door to prevent lens distortion.
With the tripod set up, film yourself walking behind the door toward the camera. Get close to the camera, then walk back to the door. Then, cross the doorway slowly before walking out of the frame. Now let’s get editing with Wondershare Filmora.
Step 1 Fire up Wondershare Filmora, then import the clip on the video editor. After that, move the clip to the timeline by merely dragging it. Add two clips on the first and second tracks.
Step 2 Now proceed to hide the first track before adding a freeze frame on the second track. To do that, move the playhead to find the starting scene with the door frame without your subject. Then, right-click the clip and tap Add Freeze Frame. After that, extend the freeze frame area and cut out the rest of the clip.
Step 3 Next, click the Effect button and find the Image Mask effect in the Utility folder. Now drag the effect to the top layer.
Step 4 Double-click the clip to open the video editing options, then choose a rectangle image mast under Video Effects. Ensure the mask is inverted by clicking the Invert Mask checkbox. Now adjust the mast to match the door frame before clicking Ok.
Step 5 Up to this point, unhide the first track, then find the scene where the subject appears on the door frame. On the first track, cut the clip before the subject appears on the stage before cutting the scene where the subject crosses the door frame for the second time on the second track. Now play the video to view your masking effect.
Masking Trick: 2
In the second masking effect, we want to create a subject walking in and outside a tree. To do that, find a tree with a clear background, then place your camera to film the center of the tree trunk where the subject will be walking.
Now film the subject walking from one side of the tree, stop for a second, and then turn back. They should repeat the same action, but this time they’ll walk forward outside the frame after the one-second stop. That’s all!
Step 1 Import the clip on Filmora, then add the footage on the first and second timelines. After that, hide the first track, then find the scene where the subject walks forward away from the tree in the second track. Cut off the area before that action.
Step 2 Next, click Effects, choose Utility, then drag the Image Mask effect on the second video track. Then, double-click the second clip, select Video Effects, and choose a rectangular option that masks the right side of the frame.
Now adjust the mask until it covers the entire right side of the tree. After that, unhide the first clip and move the second to match the first clip’s timing. You can also cut out everything outside the scene of the first clip.
Step 3 Play the video to see your subject walking in both directions of the tree.
Masking Trick 3:
For this masking illusion, we’ll create a video with a subject jumping over a house. So, set up your camera tripod on a low level in front of the building. You can also add a mark on the ground for your subject to know where to jump.
Now tell your subject to walk to the marker before jumping and walking out of the scene.
Step 1 Import the clip into Filmora and add it to the first and second tracks. Now hide the first track before finding the scene without the subject in the second track and add a freeze frame. After that, extend the freeze frame area and cut out the rest of the clip.
Step 2 Now, it’s time to customize the clip with a mask. To do that, head to the Utility folder under Effects and choose Image Mask. Click the Invert Mask box to invert the mask.
Step 3 Double-click the video track and choose an image mask under Video Effects. Note that you may need several combinations of masks to mask out the sky and leave the building. So, play around with different masking shapes until the sky is covered.
Step 4 After masking, unhide the first track on the timeline before playing the video to find the scene where the subject appears and cut off everything before that scene. Also, find the scene where the subject jumps in the air and cut the clip in the second track. Then, delete everything after that scene.
Step 5 Play the video to see your subject jumping over the building and walking away from the scene.
Conclusion
That was easy, right? Playing around with Filmora’s masking tools can create incredible masking illusions like the ones we’ve discussed. And don’t forget this video editor has many more creative possibilities. You should try these masking tricks!
Free Download For macOS 10.14 or later
Masking Trick 1:
First, you need to shoot footage to add the masking effect. To do that, find a doorway with enough space to walk back and forth before setting up a camera with a tripod facing the entrance. Make sure you set the camera at the center height of the door to prevent lens distortion.
With the tripod set up, film yourself walking behind the door toward the camera. Get close to the camera, then walk back to the door. Then, cross the doorway slowly before walking out of the frame. Now let’s get editing with Wondershare Filmora.
Step 1 Fire up Wondershare Filmora, then import the clip on the video editor. After that, move the clip to the timeline by merely dragging it. Add two clips on the first and second tracks.
Step 2 Now proceed to hide the first track before adding a freeze frame on the second track. To do that, move the playhead to find the starting scene with the door frame without your subject. Then, right-click the clip and tap Add Freeze Frame. After that, extend the freeze frame area and cut out the rest of the clip.
Step 3 Next, click the Effect button and find the Image Mask effect in the Utility folder. Now drag the effect to the top layer.
Step 4 Double-click the clip to open the video editing options, then choose a rectangle image mast under Video Effects. Ensure the mask is inverted by clicking the Invert Mask checkbox. Now adjust the mast to match the door frame before clicking Ok.
Step 5 Up to this point, unhide the first track, then find the scene where the subject appears on the door frame. On the first track, cut the clip before the subject appears on the stage before cutting the scene where the subject crosses the door frame for the second time on the second track. Now play the video to view your masking effect.
Masking Trick: 2
In the second masking effect, we want to create a subject walking in and outside a tree. To do that, find a tree with a clear background, then place your camera to film the center of the tree trunk where the subject will be walking.
Now film the subject walking from one side of the tree, stop for a second, and then turn back. They should repeat the same action, but this time they’ll walk forward outside the frame after the one-second stop. That’s all!
Step 1 Import the clip on Filmora, then add the footage on the first and second timelines. After that, hide the first track, then find the scene where the subject walks forward away from the tree in the second track. Cut off the area before that action.
Step 2 Next, click Effects, choose Utility, then drag the Image Mask effect on the second video track. Then, double-click the second clip, select Video Effects, and choose a rectangular option that masks the right side of the frame.
Now adjust the mask until it covers the entire right side of the tree. After that, unhide the first clip and move the second to match the first clip’s timing. You can also cut out everything outside the scene of the first clip.
Step 3 Play the video to see your subject walking in both directions of the tree.
Masking Trick 3:
For this masking illusion, we’ll create a video with a subject jumping over a house. So, set up your camera tripod on a low level in front of the building. You can also add a mark on the ground for your subject to know where to jump.
Now tell your subject to walk to the marker before jumping and walking out of the scene.
Step 1 Import the clip into Filmora and add it to the first and second tracks. Now hide the first track before finding the scene without the subject in the second track and add a freeze frame. After that, extend the freeze frame area and cut out the rest of the clip.
Step 2 Now, it’s time to customize the clip with a mask. To do that, head to the Utility folder under Effects and choose Image Mask. Click the Invert Mask box to invert the mask.
Step 3 Double-click the video track and choose an image mask under Video Effects. Note that you may need several combinations of masks to mask out the sky and leave the building. So, play around with different masking shapes until the sky is covered.
Step 4 After masking, unhide the first track on the timeline before playing the video to find the scene where the subject appears and cut off everything before that scene. Also, find the scene where the subject jumps in the air and cut the clip in the second track. Then, delete everything after that scene.
Step 5 Play the video to see your subject jumping over the building and walking away from the scene.
Conclusion
That was easy, right? Playing around with Filmora’s masking tools can create incredible masking illusions like the ones we’ve discussed. And don’t forget this video editor has many more creative possibilities. You should try these masking tricks!
Learn to Merge Clips in DaVinci Resolve with Simple Steps
Combining two or more clips in a video doesn’t seem like a tough job. But to be fair, the video merger means a lot to professional video editors and videographers. Doing so could add that “special” element of continuity you mostly see in the long clips without noticing the cuts, breaks, and retakes between them.
And just like a few drops makes an entire ocean, the joining of multiple video clips can give life and meaning to your shots. So, how to merge clips in DaVinci Resolve to make your videos look perfect? Here’s the step-by-step guide.
In this article
02 How to Merge Clips in DaVinci Resolve?
03 How to Merge Clips in Wondershare Filmora?
Part 1: About DaVinci Resolve
DaVinci Resolve is a Blackmagic Design’s video editing software. It’s one of the favorite tools of professional video editors. And apart from video editing, the software works great when it comes to color coding, motion graphics, and even audio production.
Although DaVinci Resolve has several excellent video editing tools, it isn’t easy for beginners and intermediate users. Nevertheless, you can expect admirable outcomes if you spend a reasonable amount of time learning this software.
But on the other hand, if merging clips in DaVinci Resolve is what you want to do, you will be glad to know that it has an uncomplicated method. So let’s begin with the step-by-step process on how to merge clips in DaVinci Resolve.
Part 2: How to Merge Clips in DaVinci Resolve
Step 1: Download DaVinci Resolve
To download DaVinci Resolve , go to the official website and click on the “Free Download Now” button if you wish to use it for free.
Contrarily, if you desire to enjoy all the software features, feel free to purchase it by clicking on the “Buy Online Now” button.
Step 2: Import Clips on DaVinci Resolve Timeline
After installing the software on your PC or MAC operating systems, open DaVinci Resolve and import two or more clips on the timeline.
For example, you can see two different video clips on the timeline.
Step 3: Slide Clips and Select
In the next step, slide both clips together, so there’s no gap left between them. And then, using your mouse, select both clips, like this:
Make sure that all clips are on the same timeline.
Step 4: Merge Clips
Once you have selected all the clips, right-click anywhere on the selection. And choose the “New Compound” option from the list of options.
Now, rename the clip and hit the “Create” button.
DaVinci Resolve will merge the clips within a blink of an eye, as seen in this screenshot.
You can see that within a few steps, you can easily merge videos using DaVinci Resolve. However, you should know that this software requires a heavy system to work smoothly. And sometimes, the quality and result are not up to the mark.
That is why most video editors prefer Filmora by Wondershare when editing and merging videos. So, let’s see how you can use Filmora to do the same task in the next part.
Part 3: An Easier Way to Merge Clips in Wondershare Filmora
Filmora Video Editor is a powerful tool for video editing. With easy options and an extremely user-friendly interface, the software is nothing less than a boon for newbies, intermediated, and professional-level video editors.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
For macOS 10.14 or later
Compared to DaVinci Resolve, Filmora requires fewer tools to combine multiple videos in a single frame. So, without further waiting, let’s learn how to merge clips in Filmora.
Step 1: Download and Open Filmora
Go to Filmora’s official website and download the latest version for your MAC or Windows.
Run the setup and let the system complete the installation. Depending on the version, more or less, the software will look like this as you will open it on your system.
Step 2: Import Your Videos to Merge
Click on the “Import Media Files Here” button to choose the videos you want to merge.
For instance, here, you can see two different video clips on the timeline.
Step 3: Place Videos on the Same Timeline to Merge
First of all, you must plan the order of the clips because it will help you place the video clips correctly.
So, use your mouse and select the clip.
For example, you can see that there are two clips below. The first clip is named “Islands,” and the second clip is called “Beach.”
Then, move the selected clip (“second clip” is selected for demonstration) and place it right next to the first clip.
You must keep in mind that there shouldn’t be any gap between the clips.
Or else the final result will have a “black space” between the clips.
Step 4: Export Your File
When you are done merging clips on the timeline, click on the “Export” button to save the combined video in your system.
You can merge several clips in just four steps without wasting your time looking around for options and losing the video quality.
If you are aware of using the software, you can quickly learn how to merge clips in DaVinci Resolve. Undoubtedly, this video editing tool is helpful for professionals, and that is why new users may find it a bit difficult when using it for the first time. Contrarily, Filmora is a friendly video editor, allowing all kinds of users to merge clips quickly.
FAQs
Q1. Can I merge clips on different timelines in DaVinci Resolve?
To merge two or more clips in DaVinci Resolve, you must place the clips on the same timeline for better results.
Q2. How can I unmerge clips in DaVinci Resolve?
To unmerge clips in DaVinci, right-click on the merged clip and select the “Decompose in Place” option.
Q3. Can I use the same method to merge video clips in DaVinci Resolve 16 and 17?
Yes. You can use the same method to merge clips in any version of DaVinci Resolve.
02 How to Merge Clips in DaVinci Resolve?
03 How to Merge Clips in Wondershare Filmora?
Part 1: About DaVinci Resolve
DaVinci Resolve is a Blackmagic Design’s video editing software. It’s one of the favorite tools of professional video editors. And apart from video editing, the software works great when it comes to color coding, motion graphics, and even audio production.
Although DaVinci Resolve has several excellent video editing tools, it isn’t easy for beginners and intermediate users. Nevertheless, you can expect admirable outcomes if you spend a reasonable amount of time learning this software.
But on the other hand, if merging clips in DaVinci Resolve is what you want to do, you will be glad to know that it has an uncomplicated method. So let’s begin with the step-by-step process on how to merge clips in DaVinci Resolve.
Part 2: How to Merge Clips in DaVinci Resolve
Step 1: Download DaVinci Resolve
To download DaVinci Resolve , go to the official website and click on the “Free Download Now” button if you wish to use it for free.
Contrarily, if you desire to enjoy all the software features, feel free to purchase it by clicking on the “Buy Online Now” button.
Step 2: Import Clips on DaVinci Resolve Timeline
After installing the software on your PC or MAC operating systems, open DaVinci Resolve and import two or more clips on the timeline.
For example, you can see two different video clips on the timeline.
Step 3: Slide Clips and Select
In the next step, slide both clips together, so there’s no gap left between them. And then, using your mouse, select both clips, like this:
Make sure that all clips are on the same timeline.
Step 4: Merge Clips
Once you have selected all the clips, right-click anywhere on the selection. And choose the “New Compound” option from the list of options.
Now, rename the clip and hit the “Create” button.
DaVinci Resolve will merge the clips within a blink of an eye, as seen in this screenshot.
You can see that within a few steps, you can easily merge videos using DaVinci Resolve. However, you should know that this software requires a heavy system to work smoothly. And sometimes, the quality and result are not up to the mark.
That is why most video editors prefer Filmora by Wondershare when editing and merging videos. So, let’s see how you can use Filmora to do the same task in the next part.
Part 3: An Easier Way to Merge Clips in Wondershare Filmora
Filmora Video Editor is a powerful tool for video editing. With easy options and an extremely user-friendly interface, the software is nothing less than a boon for newbies, intermediated, and professional-level video editors.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
For macOS 10.14 or later
Compared to DaVinci Resolve, Filmora requires fewer tools to combine multiple videos in a single frame. So, without further waiting, let’s learn how to merge clips in Filmora.
Step 1: Download and Open Filmora
Go to Filmora’s official website and download the latest version for your MAC or Windows.
Run the setup and let the system complete the installation. Depending on the version, more or less, the software will look like this as you will open it on your system.
Step 2: Import Your Videos to Merge
Click on the “Import Media Files Here” button to choose the videos you want to merge.
For instance, here, you can see two different video clips on the timeline.
Step 3: Place Videos on the Same Timeline to Merge
First of all, you must plan the order of the clips because it will help you place the video clips correctly.
So, use your mouse and select the clip.
For example, you can see that there are two clips below. The first clip is named “Islands,” and the second clip is called “Beach.”
Then, move the selected clip (“second clip” is selected for demonstration) and place it right next to the first clip.
You must keep in mind that there shouldn’t be any gap between the clips.
Or else the final result will have a “black space” between the clips.
Step 4: Export Your File
When you are done merging clips on the timeline, click on the “Export” button to save the combined video in your system.
You can merge several clips in just four steps without wasting your time looking around for options and losing the video quality.
If you are aware of using the software, you can quickly learn how to merge clips in DaVinci Resolve. Undoubtedly, this video editing tool is helpful for professionals, and that is why new users may find it a bit difficult when using it for the first time. Contrarily, Filmora is a friendly video editor, allowing all kinds of users to merge clips quickly.
FAQs
Q1. Can I merge clips on different timelines in DaVinci Resolve?
To merge two or more clips in DaVinci Resolve, you must place the clips on the same timeline for better results.
Q2. How can I unmerge clips in DaVinci Resolve?
To unmerge clips in DaVinci, right-click on the merged clip and select the “Decompose in Place” option.
Q3. Can I use the same method to merge video clips in DaVinci Resolve 16 and 17?
Yes. You can use the same method to merge clips in any version of DaVinci Resolve.
02 How to Merge Clips in DaVinci Resolve?
03 How to Merge Clips in Wondershare Filmora?
Part 1: About DaVinci Resolve
DaVinci Resolve is a Blackmagic Design’s video editing software. It’s one of the favorite tools of professional video editors. And apart from video editing, the software works great when it comes to color coding, motion graphics, and even audio production.
Although DaVinci Resolve has several excellent video editing tools, it isn’t easy for beginners and intermediate users. Nevertheless, you can expect admirable outcomes if you spend a reasonable amount of time learning this software.
But on the other hand, if merging clips in DaVinci Resolve is what you want to do, you will be glad to know that it has an uncomplicated method. So let’s begin with the step-by-step process on how to merge clips in DaVinci Resolve.
Part 2: How to Merge Clips in DaVinci Resolve
Step 1: Download DaVinci Resolve
To download DaVinci Resolve , go to the official website and click on the “Free Download Now” button if you wish to use it for free.
Contrarily, if you desire to enjoy all the software features, feel free to purchase it by clicking on the “Buy Online Now” button.
Step 2: Import Clips on DaVinci Resolve Timeline
After installing the software on your PC or MAC operating systems, open DaVinci Resolve and import two or more clips on the timeline.
For example, you can see two different video clips on the timeline.
Step 3: Slide Clips and Select
In the next step, slide both clips together, so there’s no gap left between them. And then, using your mouse, select both clips, like this:
Make sure that all clips are on the same timeline.
Step 4: Merge Clips
Once you have selected all the clips, right-click anywhere on the selection. And choose the “New Compound” option from the list of options.
Now, rename the clip and hit the “Create” button.
DaVinci Resolve will merge the clips within a blink of an eye, as seen in this screenshot.
You can see that within a few steps, you can easily merge videos using DaVinci Resolve. However, you should know that this software requires a heavy system to work smoothly. And sometimes, the quality and result are not up to the mark.
That is why most video editors prefer Filmora by Wondershare when editing and merging videos. So, let’s see how you can use Filmora to do the same task in the next part.
Part 3: An Easier Way to Merge Clips in Wondershare Filmora
Filmora Video Editor is a powerful tool for video editing. With easy options and an extremely user-friendly interface, the software is nothing less than a boon for newbies, intermediated, and professional-level video editors.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
For macOS 10.14 or later
Compared to DaVinci Resolve, Filmora requires fewer tools to combine multiple videos in a single frame. So, without further waiting, let’s learn how to merge clips in Filmora.
Step 1: Download and Open Filmora
Go to Filmora’s official website and download the latest version for your MAC or Windows.
Run the setup and let the system complete the installation. Depending on the version, more or less, the software will look like this as you will open it on your system.
Step 2: Import Your Videos to Merge
Click on the “Import Media Files Here” button to choose the videos you want to merge.
For instance, here, you can see two different video clips on the timeline.
Step 3: Place Videos on the Same Timeline to Merge
First of all, you must plan the order of the clips because it will help you place the video clips correctly.
So, use your mouse and select the clip.
For example, you can see that there are two clips below. The first clip is named “Islands,” and the second clip is called “Beach.”
Then, move the selected clip (“second clip” is selected for demonstration) and place it right next to the first clip.
You must keep in mind that there shouldn’t be any gap between the clips.
Or else the final result will have a “black space” between the clips.
Step 4: Export Your File
When you are done merging clips on the timeline, click on the “Export” button to save the combined video in your system.
You can merge several clips in just four steps without wasting your time looking around for options and losing the video quality.
If you are aware of using the software, you can quickly learn how to merge clips in DaVinci Resolve. Undoubtedly, this video editing tool is helpful for professionals, and that is why new users may find it a bit difficult when using it for the first time. Contrarily, Filmora is a friendly video editor, allowing all kinds of users to merge clips quickly.
FAQs
Q1. Can I merge clips on different timelines in DaVinci Resolve?
To merge two or more clips in DaVinci Resolve, you must place the clips on the same timeline for better results.
Q2. How can I unmerge clips in DaVinci Resolve?
To unmerge clips in DaVinci, right-click on the merged clip and select the “Decompose in Place” option.
Q3. Can I use the same method to merge video clips in DaVinci Resolve 16 and 17?
Yes. You can use the same method to merge clips in any version of DaVinci Resolve.
02 How to Merge Clips in DaVinci Resolve?
03 How to Merge Clips in Wondershare Filmora?
Part 1: About DaVinci Resolve
DaVinci Resolve is a Blackmagic Design’s video editing software. It’s one of the favorite tools of professional video editors. And apart from video editing, the software works great when it comes to color coding, motion graphics, and even audio production.
Although DaVinci Resolve has several excellent video editing tools, it isn’t easy for beginners and intermediate users. Nevertheless, you can expect admirable outcomes if you spend a reasonable amount of time learning this software.
But on the other hand, if merging clips in DaVinci Resolve is what you want to do, you will be glad to know that it has an uncomplicated method. So let’s begin with the step-by-step process on how to merge clips in DaVinci Resolve.
Part 2: How to Merge Clips in DaVinci Resolve
Step 1: Download DaVinci Resolve
To download DaVinci Resolve , go to the official website and click on the “Free Download Now” button if you wish to use it for free.
Contrarily, if you desire to enjoy all the software features, feel free to purchase it by clicking on the “Buy Online Now” button.
Step 2: Import Clips on DaVinci Resolve Timeline
After installing the software on your PC or MAC operating systems, open DaVinci Resolve and import two or more clips on the timeline.
For example, you can see two different video clips on the timeline.
Step 3: Slide Clips and Select
In the next step, slide both clips together, so there’s no gap left between them. And then, using your mouse, select both clips, like this:
Make sure that all clips are on the same timeline.
Step 4: Merge Clips
Once you have selected all the clips, right-click anywhere on the selection. And choose the “New Compound” option from the list of options.
Now, rename the clip and hit the “Create” button.
DaVinci Resolve will merge the clips within a blink of an eye, as seen in this screenshot.
You can see that within a few steps, you can easily merge videos using DaVinci Resolve. However, you should know that this software requires a heavy system to work smoothly. And sometimes, the quality and result are not up to the mark.
That is why most video editors prefer Filmora by Wondershare when editing and merging videos. So, let’s see how you can use Filmora to do the same task in the next part.
Part 3: An Easier Way to Merge Clips in Wondershare Filmora
Filmora Video Editor is a powerful tool for video editing. With easy options and an extremely user-friendly interface, the software is nothing less than a boon for newbies, intermediated, and professional-level video editors.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
For macOS 10.14 or later
Compared to DaVinci Resolve, Filmora requires fewer tools to combine multiple videos in a single frame. So, without further waiting, let’s learn how to merge clips in Filmora.
Step 1: Download and Open Filmora
Go to Filmora’s official website and download the latest version for your MAC or Windows.
Run the setup and let the system complete the installation. Depending on the version, more or less, the software will look like this as you will open it on your system.
Step 2: Import Your Videos to Merge
Click on the “Import Media Files Here” button to choose the videos you want to merge.
For instance, here, you can see two different video clips on the timeline.
Step 3: Place Videos on the Same Timeline to Merge
First of all, you must plan the order of the clips because it will help you place the video clips correctly.
So, use your mouse and select the clip.
For example, you can see that there are two clips below. The first clip is named “Islands,” and the second clip is called “Beach.”
Then, move the selected clip (“second clip” is selected for demonstration) and place it right next to the first clip.
You must keep in mind that there shouldn’t be any gap between the clips.
Or else the final result will have a “black space” between the clips.
Step 4: Export Your File
When you are done merging clips on the timeline, click on the “Export” button to save the combined video in your system.
You can merge several clips in just four steps without wasting your time looking around for options and losing the video quality.
If you are aware of using the software, you can quickly learn how to merge clips in DaVinci Resolve. Undoubtedly, this video editing tool is helpful for professionals, and that is why new users may find it a bit difficult when using it for the first time. Contrarily, Filmora is a friendly video editor, allowing all kinds of users to merge clips quickly.
FAQs
Q1. Can I merge clips on different timelines in DaVinci Resolve?
To merge two or more clips in DaVinci Resolve, you must place the clips on the same timeline for better results.
Q2. How can I unmerge clips in DaVinci Resolve?
To unmerge clips in DaVinci, right-click on the merged clip and select the “Decompose in Place” option.
Q3. Can I use the same method to merge video clips in DaVinci Resolve 16 and 17?
Yes. You can use the same method to merge clips in any version of DaVinci Resolve.
Best Free Video Editing Software for Reddit
Reddit is the most popular online platform which users use as a news website, a social media platform, but mostly as a web forum. Reddit has a huge user base, and users prefer posting videos to respond to any question as well as promote products and services. A video is where a user can explain anything in detail, and even viewers prefer watching videos rather than reading a long text response.
That is why users search for free video editing software Reddit to create their videos and post them on Reddit. You will find several questions on Reddit asking “which is the best free video editing software Reddit?” There are only a few high-quality Reddit video editing software available that can get the job done perfectly. Here is the list of the best video editors for Reddit for all categories of users.
Part 1. Why Use a Reddit Video Editor?
When you are posting anything on Reddit, you want other users to read your post or response. According to the current trend, short videos are more engaging than textual posts and responses. That is why you should consider posting videos to answer any question in detail as well as promote your brand. In order to make the video engaging, you have to use a Reddit video editor.
A Reddit video editor lets you edit your video so that you can trim out unnecessary parts, join multiple video clips, and add texts wherever required. Moreover, you can add audio effects, use greenscreen effects as well as add transitions and animation to make the video eye-catching and interesting. All in all, you need a Reddit video editor to publish highly engaging and professional-quality videos on Reddit instantly.
Part 2. Best Video Editors for Reddit
1. Filmora
Wondershare Filmora is the best video editor for Reddit users. It is a premium video editor, and it is available for Windows and Mac users. You can use Filmora to capture your screen as well as record your video through webcam. You can record your system audio as well as sound from external mic. Therefore, you can make videos where you speak on a topic directly to the camera, and you can use greenscreen effect for a professional background.
Coming to the editing part, you can join different video clips, and you can trim out unnecessary parts instantly. You can also add music as well as audio effects in appropriate places. The video editor lets you add transitions, effects, graphical elements, custom texts and titles, and much more. There is also a stock library available for media files. You can publish the video in desired resolution and file formats. Here are the pros and cons of Wondershare Filmora.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
For macOS 10.12 or later
Pros –
- Capture your screen as well as webcam.
- Record mic audio and add voiceover to any video.
- Trim and join video clips and photos.
- Transitions, effects, elements, texts and titles.
- Add external audio files, apply audio effects, and stock library.
- Super intuitive user interface for suitability of all users.
Cons –
- Belongs to premium category of video editors.
- Video rendering can take some time.
2. iMovie
iMovie is the Reddit free video editing software for Mac users. It comes with many amazing features that let you create exceptional videos. It has amazing video editing abilities and you can create split-screen videos. The software is easy to use and lets you download it for free. With the software, you will also be able to post your videos to different sites like Facebook and YouTube.
As far as editing is concerned, iMovie lets you add transitions and effects. It also lets you add text with different styles. You can add video clips where it can automatically create and edit by identifying the best footage parts. You will also find video color settings and you can even go for music editing. It lets you open multiple projects at a time. These are the pros and cons of iMovie.
Pros –
- Choose from different transitions and video effects.
- Work on different projects at the same time.
- Add a broadcast feel with split-screen and picture-in-picture.
- Select from multiple filters to add a perfect effect.
- Built-in sound effects automatically adjust the video length.
- Send a project wirelessly via iCloud Drive or AirDrop.
Cons –
- Limited support for different media file formats.
- Takes relatively more space on the hard drive.
3. Lightworks
Lightworks has a user-friendly interface and processes video quickly. You can choose from any frame rate and it even supports any type of file format. The video editing tool can deliver your videos to any social media platform. It supports fast and precision editing with amazing editing options. In Lightworks, you will find creative control for motion graphics and multicam editing.
You can edit videos directly from Cloud storage. It will instantly autosave your work without needing to save it manually. Additionally, there is also background processing for faster rendering. You can assign keyboard shortcuts and have a flexible layout. With the feature of advanced metadata, it let you uses it for professional purposes. The pros and cons of Lightworks are as follows.
Pros –
- Customize the interface by assigning keyboard shortcuts.
- Perform editing even while exporting the video.
- Supports any video format without transcoding.
- Manage content with advanced metadata.
- Share projects instantly on different platforms.
- Choose from hundreds of custom prebuilt graphics.
Cons –
- Application can crash for high-resolution videos.
- Advanced features are locked for premium users.
4. Hitfilm Express
Hitfilm Express has an intuitive interface and lets you download it for free. It supports both Windows and Mac platforms. The reliable video editor comes with versatile features and offers free tutorials of over 100 hours. You don’t have to worry about any watermark and you can create amazing Reddit videos. It comes with advanced features as well that let you use it for professional editing.
The tool comes with motion tracking ability. You will also find free effects that provide access to color adjustments and keying effects. It will let you export the file in 4K format. You will also find prebuilt Behavior effects that can be perfect for creating visually engaging animations. These are the pros and cons of Hitfilm Express.
Pros –
- Create and track professional-looking motion graphics.
- Export in 4K format without any watermark.
- Access the VFX toolkit for different effects and adjustments.
- Vertical video support with easy rotation.
- Comes with quick tools for standard video editing.
- Simple but robust timeline for instant video creation.
Cons –
- Features are limited in the free edition.
- Exporting videos takes relatively more time.
5. OpenShot
Whether it is Windows, Linux, or Mac, Open Shot lets you use it anywhere as it is in open-source video editor. It supports different types of image, video, and audio formats. It is undoubtedly the Reddit best free video editor for computer users. OpenShot has an advanced timeline that enables drag-and-drop, zooming, snapping, scrolling, and panning. It also lets you go for audio editing and mixing.
With OpenShot, you will be able to make multiple layers according to your requirements. It lets you resize or trim timelines in multiple ways. The software also enables rotation and cutting. It features more than 400 transitions that allow adjusting keyframes. Moreover, you can overlap two clips and check with real-time previews. Here are the pros and cons of OpenShot.
Pros –
- Apply 3D animations with the open-source Blender application.
- Animate the direction and speed of the clip with a powerful keyframe.
- Built-in audio editing options with waveforms.
- Select from over 40 title templates and 400 transitions.
- Dedicated audio editor and useful pan and zoom and scroll effect.
Cons –
- Not highly recommended for high-resolution videos.
6. FlexClip
If you are looking for an online video editor Reddit, FlexClip is your best choice. It is loaded with versatile features and is easy to use. While using FlexClip, you don’t have to get any video editing experience before. It is an all-in-one video editor, movie maker, screen recorder, and slideshow maker. You can make a video in just three simple steps. The online video editing tool has thousands of templates and animated texts.
It lets you create stunning videos that can be great for education or business purposes. Packed with some rich animated elements, it lets you choose from different widgets, overlays, and logos. You can also have access to millions of stock media for smooth video editing. FlexClip serves great for making any type of video. The pros and cons of FlexClip are as follows.
Pros –
- Select from thousands of templates for making videos.
- Select from animated elements with diverse dynamic text.
- Engage in immersive editing with a simple interface.
- Access to over 4 million royalty-free photos, videos, and music.
- Record video tutorials, meetings, or games with the screen recorder.
Cons –
- Free plan has limited features.
- Lacks advanced video editing options.
7. CapCut
CapCut video editor is perfect for smartphone users as it is available for Android and iOS users. You can select from advanced filters to add effects to your videos. The app also provides access to a tremendous music library. You can cut everything for making stunning videos. It can perform different operations like rotating, reversing, and splitting.
One of the best things about CapCut is that it lets you use it for free. You can even choose the speed of the video for slow-motion. It is an all-in-one video editing app that has different magical effects. It also lets you select from trending fonts and stickers for expressing your videos. The pros and cons of CapCut are as under.
Pros –
- Edit anything hassle-free with the interactive interface.
- Change speed, cut, or reverse to make incredible videos.
- Select from a range of effects and filers.
- Choose from top and trending fonts and stickers.
- Have access to the tremendous music library.
- Save the video in a high-quality format.
Cons –
- The app can crash when the video tends to be long.
8. LiVES
If you are a beginner and you prefer open-source software, Lives is the best free video editor Reddit. LiVES is also great for professional editors and it is for Windows, Mac, and Linux users. It is easy to use and offers better flexibility in video editing. With it, there would be accurate cutting and editing between the frames. Lives come with versatile features that make it great for editing video and audio.
You can upload almost any type of video clips. It also supports variable and fixed frame rates. Lives will let you re-encode or save the clips or in individual frames. You can easily choose from different transitions and effects. It comes with dynamic loading for effects and you can even apply multiple real-time effects. Here are the pros and cons of Lives.
Pros
- Save everything automatically.
- Import clips from YouTube directly.
- Time stretch or reverse audio blocks.
- Option to have automatic audio gain control.
- Apply multiple real-time effects to frames.
- Trim, rotate or reverse video clips hassle-free.
Cons
- The user interface is outdated.
- Lacks advance video editing options.
Part 3. Related FAQs
1.Where can I edit videos for free?
OpenShot is a great open-source software that you can use on any computer operating system to edit videos for free. You will get all the standard video editing options to publish high-quality videos.
2.What is the best free Reddit editor?
For Mac users, iMovie is the best free Reddit video editor. For Windows users, Hitfilm Express is the best free Reddit editor. OpenShot is the best free Reddit editor for open-source and cross-platform support. But the overall best Reddit video editor is Wondershare Filmora.
For macOS 10.12 or later
Pros –
- Capture your screen as well as webcam.
- Record mic audio and add voiceover to any video.
- Trim and join video clips and photos.
- Transitions, effects, elements, texts and titles.
- Add external audio files, apply audio effects, and stock library.
- Super intuitive user interface for suitability of all users.
Cons –
- Belongs to premium category of video editors.
- Video rendering can take some time.
2. iMovie
iMovie is the Reddit free video editing software for Mac users. It comes with many amazing features that let you create exceptional videos. It has amazing video editing abilities and you can create split-screen videos. The software is easy to use and lets you download it for free. With the software, you will also be able to post your videos to different sites like Facebook and YouTube.
As far as editing is concerned, iMovie lets you add transitions and effects. It also lets you add text with different styles. You can add video clips where it can automatically create and edit by identifying the best footage parts. You will also find video color settings and you can even go for music editing. It lets you open multiple projects at a time. These are the pros and cons of iMovie.
Pros –
- Choose from different transitions and video effects.
- Work on different projects at the same time.
- Add a broadcast feel with split-screen and picture-in-picture.
- Select from multiple filters to add a perfect effect.
- Built-in sound effects automatically adjust the video length.
- Send a project wirelessly via iCloud Drive or AirDrop.
Cons –
- Limited support for different media file formats.
- Takes relatively more space on the hard drive.
3. Lightworks
Lightworks has a user-friendly interface and processes video quickly. You can choose from any frame rate and it even supports any type of file format. The video editing tool can deliver your videos to any social media platform. It supports fast and precision editing with amazing editing options. In Lightworks, you will find creative control for motion graphics and multicam editing.
You can edit videos directly from Cloud storage. It will instantly autosave your work without needing to save it manually. Additionally, there is also background processing for faster rendering. You can assign keyboard shortcuts and have a flexible layout. With the feature of advanced metadata, it let you uses it for professional purposes. The pros and cons of Lightworks are as follows.
Pros –
- Customize the interface by assigning keyboard shortcuts.
- Perform editing even while exporting the video.
- Supports any video format without transcoding.
- Manage content with advanced metadata.
- Share projects instantly on different platforms.
- Choose from hundreds of custom prebuilt graphics.
Cons –
- Application can crash for high-resolution videos.
- Advanced features are locked for premium users.
4. Hitfilm Express
Hitfilm Express has an intuitive interface and lets you download it for free. It supports both Windows and Mac platforms. The reliable video editor comes with versatile features and offers free tutorials of over 100 hours. You don’t have to worry about any watermark and you can create amazing Reddit videos. It comes with advanced features as well that let you use it for professional editing.
The tool comes with motion tracking ability. You will also find free effects that provide access to color adjustments and keying effects. It will let you export the file in 4K format. You will also find prebuilt Behavior effects that can be perfect for creating visually engaging animations. These are the pros and cons of Hitfilm Express.
Pros –
- Create and track professional-looking motion graphics.
- Export in 4K format without any watermark.
- Access the VFX toolkit for different effects and adjustments.
- Vertical video support with easy rotation.
- Comes with quick tools for standard video editing.
- Simple but robust timeline for instant video creation.
Cons –
- Features are limited in the free edition.
- Exporting videos takes relatively more time.
5. OpenShot
Whether it is Windows, Linux, or Mac, Open Shot lets you use it anywhere as it is in open-source video editor. It supports different types of image, video, and audio formats. It is undoubtedly the Reddit best free video editor for computer users. OpenShot has an advanced timeline that enables drag-and-drop, zooming, snapping, scrolling, and panning. It also lets you go for audio editing and mixing.
With OpenShot, you will be able to make multiple layers according to your requirements. It lets you resize or trim timelines in multiple ways. The software also enables rotation and cutting. It features more than 400 transitions that allow adjusting keyframes. Moreover, you can overlap two clips and check with real-time previews. Here are the pros and cons of OpenShot.
Pros –
- Apply 3D animations with the open-source Blender application.
- Animate the direction and speed of the clip with a powerful keyframe.
- Built-in audio editing options with waveforms.
- Select from over 40 title templates and 400 transitions.
- Dedicated audio editor and useful pan and zoom and scroll effect.
Cons –
- Not highly recommended for high-resolution videos.
6. FlexClip
If you are looking for an online video editor Reddit, FlexClip is your best choice. It is loaded with versatile features and is easy to use. While using FlexClip, you don’t have to get any video editing experience before. It is an all-in-one video editor, movie maker, screen recorder, and slideshow maker. You can make a video in just three simple steps. The online video editing tool has thousands of templates and animated texts.
It lets you create stunning videos that can be great for education or business purposes. Packed with some rich animated elements, it lets you choose from different widgets, overlays, and logos. You can also have access to millions of stock media for smooth video editing. FlexClip serves great for making any type of video. The pros and cons of FlexClip are as follows.
Pros –
- Select from thousands of templates for making videos.
- Select from animated elements with diverse dynamic text.
- Engage in immersive editing with a simple interface.
- Access to over 4 million royalty-free photos, videos, and music.
- Record video tutorials, meetings, or games with the screen recorder.
Cons –
- Free plan has limited features.
- Lacks advanced video editing options.
7. CapCut
CapCut video editor is perfect for smartphone users as it is available for Android and iOS users. You can select from advanced filters to add effects to your videos. The app also provides access to a tremendous music library. You can cut everything for making stunning videos. It can perform different operations like rotating, reversing, and splitting.
One of the best things about CapCut is that it lets you use it for free. You can even choose the speed of the video for slow-motion. It is an all-in-one video editing app that has different magical effects. It also lets you select from trending fonts and stickers for expressing your videos. The pros and cons of CapCut are as under.
Pros –
- Edit anything hassle-free with the interactive interface.
- Change speed, cut, or reverse to make incredible videos.
- Select from a range of effects and filers.
- Choose from top and trending fonts and stickers.
- Have access to the tremendous music library.
- Save the video in a high-quality format.
Cons –
- The app can crash when the video tends to be long.
8. LiVES
If you are a beginner and you prefer open-source software, Lives is the best free video editor Reddit. LiVES is also great for professional editors and it is for Windows, Mac, and Linux users. It is easy to use and offers better flexibility in video editing. With it, there would be accurate cutting and editing between the frames. Lives come with versatile features that make it great for editing video and audio.
You can upload almost any type of video clips. It also supports variable and fixed frame rates. Lives will let you re-encode or save the clips or in individual frames. You can easily choose from different transitions and effects. It comes with dynamic loading for effects and you can even apply multiple real-time effects. Here are the pros and cons of Lives.
Pros
- Save everything automatically.
- Import clips from YouTube directly.
- Time stretch or reverse audio blocks.
- Option to have automatic audio gain control.
- Apply multiple real-time effects to frames.
- Trim, rotate or reverse video clips hassle-free.
Cons
- The user interface is outdated.
- Lacks advance video editing options.
Part 3. Related FAQs
1.Where can I edit videos for free?
OpenShot is a great open-source software that you can use on any computer operating system to edit videos for free. You will get all the standard video editing options to publish high-quality videos.
2.What is the best free Reddit editor?
For Mac users, iMovie is the best free Reddit video editor. For Windows users, Hitfilm Express is the best free Reddit editor. OpenShot is the best free Reddit editor for open-source and cross-platform support. But the overall best Reddit video editor is Wondershare Filmora.
For macOS 10.12 or later
Pros –
- Capture your screen as well as webcam.
- Record mic audio and add voiceover to any video.
- Trim and join video clips and photos.
- Transitions, effects, elements, texts and titles.
- Add external audio files, apply audio effects, and stock library.
- Super intuitive user interface for suitability of all users.
Cons –
- Belongs to premium category of video editors.
- Video rendering can take some time.
2. iMovie
iMovie is the Reddit free video editing software for Mac users. It comes with many amazing features that let you create exceptional videos. It has amazing video editing abilities and you can create split-screen videos. The software is easy to use and lets you download it for free. With the software, you will also be able to post your videos to different sites like Facebook and YouTube.
As far as editing is concerned, iMovie lets you add transitions and effects. It also lets you add text with different styles. You can add video clips where it can automatically create and edit by identifying the best footage parts. You will also find video color settings and you can even go for music editing. It lets you open multiple projects at a time. These are the pros and cons of iMovie.
Pros –
- Choose from different transitions and video effects.
- Work on different projects at the same time.
- Add a broadcast feel with split-screen and picture-in-picture.
- Select from multiple filters to add a perfect effect.
- Built-in sound effects automatically adjust the video length.
- Send a project wirelessly via iCloud Drive or AirDrop.
Cons –
- Limited support for different media file formats.
- Takes relatively more space on the hard drive.
3. Lightworks
Lightworks has a user-friendly interface and processes video quickly. You can choose from any frame rate and it even supports any type of file format. The video editing tool can deliver your videos to any social media platform. It supports fast and precision editing with amazing editing options. In Lightworks, you will find creative control for motion graphics and multicam editing.
You can edit videos directly from Cloud storage. It will instantly autosave your work without needing to save it manually. Additionally, there is also background processing for faster rendering. You can assign keyboard shortcuts and have a flexible layout. With the feature of advanced metadata, it let you uses it for professional purposes. The pros and cons of Lightworks are as follows.
Pros –
- Customize the interface by assigning keyboard shortcuts.
- Perform editing even while exporting the video.
- Supports any video format without transcoding.
- Manage content with advanced metadata.
- Share projects instantly on different platforms.
- Choose from hundreds of custom prebuilt graphics.
Cons –
- Application can crash for high-resolution videos.
- Advanced features are locked for premium users.
4. Hitfilm Express
Hitfilm Express has an intuitive interface and lets you download it for free. It supports both Windows and Mac platforms. The reliable video editor comes with versatile features and offers free tutorials of over 100 hours. You don’t have to worry about any watermark and you can create amazing Reddit videos. It comes with advanced features as well that let you use it for professional editing.
The tool comes with motion tracking ability. You will also find free effects that provide access to color adjustments and keying effects. It will let you export the file in 4K format. You will also find prebuilt Behavior effects that can be perfect for creating visually engaging animations. These are the pros and cons of Hitfilm Express.
Pros –
- Create and track professional-looking motion graphics.
- Export in 4K format without any watermark.
- Access the VFX toolkit for different effects and adjustments.
- Vertical video support with easy rotation.
- Comes with quick tools for standard video editing.
- Simple but robust timeline for instant video creation.
Cons –
- Features are limited in the free edition.
- Exporting videos takes relatively more time.
5. OpenShot
Whether it is Windows, Linux, or Mac, Open Shot lets you use it anywhere as it is in open-source video editor. It supports different types of image, video, and audio formats. It is undoubtedly the Reddit best free video editor for computer users. OpenShot has an advanced timeline that enables drag-and-drop, zooming, snapping, scrolling, and panning. It also lets you go for audio editing and mixing.
With OpenShot, you will be able to make multiple layers according to your requirements. It lets you resize or trim timelines in multiple ways. The software also enables rotation and cutting. It features more than 400 transitions that allow adjusting keyframes. Moreover, you can overlap two clips and check with real-time previews. Here are the pros and cons of OpenShot.
Pros –
- Apply 3D animations with the open-source Blender application.
- Animate the direction and speed of the clip with a powerful keyframe.
- Built-in audio editing options with waveforms.
- Select from over 40 title templates and 400 transitions.
- Dedicated audio editor and useful pan and zoom and scroll effect.
Cons –
- Not highly recommended for high-resolution videos.
6. FlexClip
If you are looking for an online video editor Reddit, FlexClip is your best choice. It is loaded with versatile features and is easy to use. While using FlexClip, you don’t have to get any video editing experience before. It is an all-in-one video editor, movie maker, screen recorder, and slideshow maker. You can make a video in just three simple steps. The online video editing tool has thousands of templates and animated texts.
It lets you create stunning videos that can be great for education or business purposes. Packed with some rich animated elements, it lets you choose from different widgets, overlays, and logos. You can also have access to millions of stock media for smooth video editing. FlexClip serves great for making any type of video. The pros and cons of FlexClip are as follows.
Pros –
- Select from thousands of templates for making videos.
- Select from animated elements with diverse dynamic text.
- Engage in immersive editing with a simple interface.
- Access to over 4 million royalty-free photos, videos, and music.
- Record video tutorials, meetings, or games with the screen recorder.
Cons –
- Free plan has limited features.
- Lacks advanced video editing options.
7. CapCut
CapCut video editor is perfect for smartphone users as it is available for Android and iOS users. You can select from advanced filters to add effects to your videos. The app also provides access to a tremendous music library. You can cut everything for making stunning videos. It can perform different operations like rotating, reversing, and splitting.
One of the best things about CapCut is that it lets you use it for free. You can even choose the speed of the video for slow-motion. It is an all-in-one video editing app that has different magical effects. It also lets you select from trending fonts and stickers for expressing your videos. The pros and cons of CapCut are as under.
Pros –
- Edit anything hassle-free with the interactive interface.
- Change speed, cut, or reverse to make incredible videos.
- Select from a range of effects and filers.
- Choose from top and trending fonts and stickers.
- Have access to the tremendous music library.
- Save the video in a high-quality format.
Cons –
- The app can crash when the video tends to be long.
8. LiVES
If you are a beginner and you prefer open-source software, Lives is the best free video editor Reddit. LiVES is also great for professional editors and it is for Windows, Mac, and Linux users. It is easy to use and offers better flexibility in video editing. With it, there would be accurate cutting and editing between the frames. Lives come with versatile features that make it great for editing video and audio.
You can upload almost any type of video clips. It also supports variable and fixed frame rates. Lives will let you re-encode or save the clips or in individual frames. You can easily choose from different transitions and effects. It comes with dynamic loading for effects and you can even apply multiple real-time effects. Here are the pros and cons of Lives.
Pros
- Save everything automatically.
- Import clips from YouTube directly.
- Time stretch or reverse audio blocks.
- Option to have automatic audio gain control.
- Apply multiple real-time effects to frames.
- Trim, rotate or reverse video clips hassle-free.
Cons
- The user interface is outdated.
- Lacks advance video editing options.
Part 3. Related FAQs
1.Where can I edit videos for free?
OpenShot is a great open-source software that you can use on any computer operating system to edit videos for free. You will get all the standard video editing options to publish high-quality videos.
2.What is the best free Reddit editor?
For Mac users, iMovie is the best free Reddit video editor. For Windows users, Hitfilm Express is the best free Reddit editor. OpenShot is the best free Reddit editor for open-source and cross-platform support. But the overall best Reddit video editor is Wondershare Filmora.
For macOS 10.12 or later
Pros –
- Capture your screen as well as webcam.
- Record mic audio and add voiceover to any video.
- Trim and join video clips and photos.
- Transitions, effects, elements, texts and titles.
- Add external audio files, apply audio effects, and stock library.
- Super intuitive user interface for suitability of all users.
Cons –
- Belongs to premium category of video editors.
- Video rendering can take some time.
2. iMovie
iMovie is the Reddit free video editing software for Mac users. It comes with many amazing features that let you create exceptional videos. It has amazing video editing abilities and you can create split-screen videos. The software is easy to use and lets you download it for free. With the software, you will also be able to post your videos to different sites like Facebook and YouTube.
As far as editing is concerned, iMovie lets you add transitions and effects. It also lets you add text with different styles. You can add video clips where it can automatically create and edit by identifying the best footage parts. You will also find video color settings and you can even go for music editing. It lets you open multiple projects at a time. These are the pros and cons of iMovie.
Pros –
- Choose from different transitions and video effects.
- Work on different projects at the same time.
- Add a broadcast feel with split-screen and picture-in-picture.
- Select from multiple filters to add a perfect effect.
- Built-in sound effects automatically adjust the video length.
- Send a project wirelessly via iCloud Drive or AirDrop.
Cons –
- Limited support for different media file formats.
- Takes relatively more space on the hard drive.
3. Lightworks
Lightworks has a user-friendly interface and processes video quickly. You can choose from any frame rate and it even supports any type of file format. The video editing tool can deliver your videos to any social media platform. It supports fast and precision editing with amazing editing options. In Lightworks, you will find creative control for motion graphics and multicam editing.
You can edit videos directly from Cloud storage. It will instantly autosave your work without needing to save it manually. Additionally, there is also background processing for faster rendering. You can assign keyboard shortcuts and have a flexible layout. With the feature of advanced metadata, it let you uses it for professional purposes. The pros and cons of Lightworks are as follows.
Pros –
- Customize the interface by assigning keyboard shortcuts.
- Perform editing even while exporting the video.
- Supports any video format without transcoding.
- Manage content with advanced metadata.
- Share projects instantly on different platforms.
- Choose from hundreds of custom prebuilt graphics.
Cons –
- Application can crash for high-resolution videos.
- Advanced features are locked for premium users.
4. Hitfilm Express
Hitfilm Express has an intuitive interface and lets you download it for free. It supports both Windows and Mac platforms. The reliable video editor comes with versatile features and offers free tutorials of over 100 hours. You don’t have to worry about any watermark and you can create amazing Reddit videos. It comes with advanced features as well that let you use it for professional editing.
The tool comes with motion tracking ability. You will also find free effects that provide access to color adjustments and keying effects. It will let you export the file in 4K format. You will also find prebuilt Behavior effects that can be perfect for creating visually engaging animations. These are the pros and cons of Hitfilm Express.
Pros –
- Create and track professional-looking motion graphics.
- Export in 4K format without any watermark.
- Access the VFX toolkit for different effects and adjustments.
- Vertical video support with easy rotation.
- Comes with quick tools for standard video editing.
- Simple but robust timeline for instant video creation.
Cons –
- Features are limited in the free edition.
- Exporting videos takes relatively more time.
5. OpenShot
Whether it is Windows, Linux, or Mac, Open Shot lets you use it anywhere as it is in open-source video editor. It supports different types of image, video, and audio formats. It is undoubtedly the Reddit best free video editor for computer users. OpenShot has an advanced timeline that enables drag-and-drop, zooming, snapping, scrolling, and panning. It also lets you go for audio editing and mixing.
With OpenShot, you will be able to make multiple layers according to your requirements. It lets you resize or trim timelines in multiple ways. The software also enables rotation and cutting. It features more than 400 transitions that allow adjusting keyframes. Moreover, you can overlap two clips and check with real-time previews. Here are the pros and cons of OpenShot.
Pros –
- Apply 3D animations with the open-source Blender application.
- Animate the direction and speed of the clip with a powerful keyframe.
- Built-in audio editing options with waveforms.
- Select from over 40 title templates and 400 transitions.
- Dedicated audio editor and useful pan and zoom and scroll effect.
Cons –
- Not highly recommended for high-resolution videos.
6. FlexClip
If you are looking for an online video editor Reddit, FlexClip is your best choice. It is loaded with versatile features and is easy to use. While using FlexClip, you don’t have to get any video editing experience before. It is an all-in-one video editor, movie maker, screen recorder, and slideshow maker. You can make a video in just three simple steps. The online video editing tool has thousands of templates and animated texts.
It lets you create stunning videos that can be great for education or business purposes. Packed with some rich animated elements, it lets you choose from different widgets, overlays, and logos. You can also have access to millions of stock media for smooth video editing. FlexClip serves great for making any type of video. The pros and cons of FlexClip are as follows.
Pros –
- Select from thousands of templates for making videos.
- Select from animated elements with diverse dynamic text.
- Engage in immersive editing with a simple interface.
- Access to over 4 million royalty-free photos, videos, and music.
- Record video tutorials, meetings, or games with the screen recorder.
Cons –
- Free plan has limited features.
- Lacks advanced video editing options.
7. CapCut
CapCut video editor is perfect for smartphone users as it is available for Android and iOS users. You can select from advanced filters to add effects to your videos. The app also provides access to a tremendous music library. You can cut everything for making stunning videos. It can perform different operations like rotating, reversing, and splitting.
One of the best things about CapCut is that it lets you use it for free. You can even choose the speed of the video for slow-motion. It is an all-in-one video editing app that has different magical effects. It also lets you select from trending fonts and stickers for expressing your videos. The pros and cons of CapCut are as under.
Pros –
- Edit anything hassle-free with the interactive interface.
- Change speed, cut, or reverse to make incredible videos.
- Select from a range of effects and filers.
- Choose from top and trending fonts and stickers.
- Have access to the tremendous music library.
- Save the video in a high-quality format.
Cons –
- The app can crash when the video tends to be long.
8. LiVES
If you are a beginner and you prefer open-source software, Lives is the best free video editor Reddit. LiVES is also great for professional editors and it is for Windows, Mac, and Linux users. It is easy to use and offers better flexibility in video editing. With it, there would be accurate cutting and editing between the frames. Lives come with versatile features that make it great for editing video and audio.
You can upload almost any type of video clips. It also supports variable and fixed frame rates. Lives will let you re-encode or save the clips or in individual frames. You can easily choose from different transitions and effects. It comes with dynamic loading for effects and you can even apply multiple real-time effects. Here are the pros and cons of Lives.
Pros
- Save everything automatically.
- Import clips from YouTube directly.
- Time stretch or reverse audio blocks.
- Option to have automatic audio gain control.
- Apply multiple real-time effects to frames.
- Trim, rotate or reverse video clips hassle-free.
Cons
- The user interface is outdated.
- Lacks advance video editing options.
Part 3. Related FAQs
1.Where can I edit videos for free?
OpenShot is a great open-source software that you can use on any computer operating system to edit videos for free. You will get all the standard video editing options to publish high-quality videos.
2.What is the best free Reddit editor?
For Mac users, iMovie is the best free Reddit video editor. For Windows users, Hitfilm Express is the best free Reddit editor. OpenShot is the best free Reddit editor for open-source and cross-platform support. But the overall best Reddit video editor is Wondershare Filmora.
How to Create After Effects Gifs
How to Create After Effects Gifs
An easy yet powerful editor
Numerous effects to choose from
Detailed tutorials provided by the official channel
GIFs have been around for quite some time but as the flow of content continues to plummet on popular social media platforms like Facebook or Instagram, the demand for GIFs would continue to increase.
Unfortunately, you won’t be able to make a gif in after effects directly, unless with the help of a plug-in like GIFGun.
Before moving forward, keep in mind that using Adobe Media Encoder is an easier method for compressing your exports rather than any third-party compressor.
In this article, you will find easy to follow methods using which you can create after effects GIFs within a matter of minutes.
In this article
01 [General Knowledge on GIF Animation](#Part 1)
02 [What Is the Difference Between After Effects Gifs’ Making and Photoshop Gifs’ Making?](#Part 2)
03 [How to Create After Effects Gifs](#Part 3)
Part 1 General Knowledge on GIF Animation
01What is a GIF?
The acronym GIF stands for Graphics Interchange Format and the file is created in bitmap image format. This was developed back in 1987 by a working in CompuServe.
This format was incredibly successful on the WEB due to benefits like smaller file sizes, broader support, and its easy compatibility with Operating Systems.
However, GIFs are much more suitable as simple graphics and logos rather than Live Action Videos with its palette limitation of 256 per image.
Creating a GIF is like looping an animation or animated elements. You can use these animated GIFs in banners to engage your audience or even create fun sharable content for your Facebook pages.
You can start by creating basic easy animations in Photoshop and then elevate them by using After Effects.
02Why create a GIF?
Here are a handful of things you can keep your eye on if you are just starting on making GIFs;
● Simple Product Demonstrations. With simple 3 to 4 step GIFs, you can briefly introduce steps on how to use a product.
● You can provide instructions in a short span of time.
● UX designers use GIFs to show the functioning of certain digital experiences.
● You can introduce GIFs on your page to keep followers engaged.
● You can display some amazing things on your website.
Part 2 Difference between making GIFs in After Effects and Photoshop
Creating GIFs in After Effects and Photoshop are both one in the same thing but the results may vary depending on which choice of tools and features suits you better.
Now, for those who are learning Photoshop and After Effects for the first time, to understand the difference in results between both these software lets familiarize you with their features in brief.
01What’s Similar?
Since both are designed by Adobe, there are bound to be similarities in the tools and interface they use. Both these software enables you to use layers of editing from the layer panel where you separate the blending or transform multiple layers. You can apply masks to these layers in different ways on both software.
02Groups (PS) and Nested (AE) Composition
In Photoshop, you can group layers together and apply styles, blends, and transformations together. However, in After Effects, this is called Nesting.
Both are in a way similar to each other but Nesting Comps give users more functionality as it interprets probable compositions during the nesting process.
Smart objects used in PS are also comparable to Nested Comps as you can apply filters over one while applying effects to the other.
03Vector and Shapes
You can use the Pen tool or Shape tool in both PS and AE that creates shape layers without losing any integrity. Both the applications support Bezier which lets you control curves between anchor points in PS and vertices in AE.
04Destructive Effects
After Effects does not provide you with destructive effects while in Photoshop you can apply non-destructive filters. You can also combine several layers to apply changes or distort your images but these permanent changes cannot be made in After Effects.
You will also notice that although there are several similarities, there are tools and features which are not shared between both applications. The types of tool categories would also vary. Like with After Effects, you can create paragraph and character styles that you can apply to texts.
Part 3 How to Create After Effects Gifs
After Effects harbors greater video editing capabilities rather than the basic animating options you can try on Photoshop. In creating a GIF, you would want to leverage the combination of tools offered on both After Effects and Photoshop.
Let’s first get into how you can create an animated video on After Effects and then convert it into an animated GIF in Photoshop.
01Animating in After Effects
Step 1: Open After Effects, go to ‘Composition’ and create ‘New Composition’. You will need to fill out the dimensions and specs for your project on the window that pops up. For example, 300x250 px at 30 fps and 6 sec duration.
Step 2: You can import assets by dragging and dropping, or by going to the ‘Project Panel’ in the After Effects Workspace as shown in the image.
Step 3: Now, you can begin animating your Assets. Drag them and add them to the ‘Composition’ panel or ‘Timeline’ panel. Placing them in either one will make them appear on both. Adjust the layers according to the topmost layer on the panel.
Dial down the scale of every animation to 0% so that can be animated in a growing sequence. Select the layer you wish to adjust and click on ‘Transform’. Click on ‘Scale’ to give that layer an active marker on the timeline. Set the scale to 0%.
You can now begin animating the first item by moving the current time indicator to 06f (the 6th frame on the 30fps timeline). Scale the item back to 100% and the marker will reappear.
Repeat this for the other items. Keep in mind that each item has a 06f space between them for later adjustability.
Your equation is now complete and all that is left to do is animate your CTA button. Adjust the position of the top layer on your CTA and set the current time indicator to start time on the button animation. Click on ‘position’ to set up a marker on your Timeline. Forward the 04f then nudge the button and reverse back to the original position so that it looks like a button clicking animation.
Your animation is now complete. Now go to ‘Composition’ and shorten the time in the ‘Duration’ panel.
Step 4: Go to Composition. Click on Pre-Render and a new selection will pop up. Now click on ‘Render’. Your output will be a .mov file.
If you find exporting gifs from After Effects too complicated, you can also upload and loop videos using Wondershare Filmora Video Editor which has plenty of other amazing video editing features you can drag and drop to create.
Wondershare Filmora - Best Video Editor for Mac/Windows
5,481,435 people have downloaded it.
Build unique custom animations without breaking a sweat.
Focus on creating epic stories and leave the details to Filmora’s auto features.
Start a creative adventure with drag & drop effects and endless possibilities.
Filmora simplifies advanced features to save you time and effort.
Filmora cuts out repetition so you can move on to your next creative breakthrough.
02Converting Animation to GIF in Photoshop
Step 1: Create a new file in Photoshop with the same specs as you did in After Effects. Now go to ‘File’ > ‘Import’ > ‘Frames to Layers’ and import the saved .mov file.
Step 2: If you don’t automatically see the timeline, go to Windows > Timeline.
Step 3: Decide on how many loops you want in your animation. Once you are done with your GIF, go to ‘File’ > Export. Apply the Legacy Save for Web and choose the format for your GIF.
Step 4: In Export options, you can gain access to several presets to apply to your animated GIFs. The more color displayed in your GIF, the larger its size. You can use Dethering to smoothen gradients and shades. Looping is also turned off on Photoshop but you can apply looping from the ‘Options’ shown at the bottom of the menu.
Part 1 Ending Thoughts
● GIFs are a popular type of media that is quite trendy and easy to make using Adobe after effects gifs or Photoshop. They are called Graphics Interchange Format and are best used as simple graphic images.
● You require a combination of both Photoshop and After Effects, though both share similar interfaces, tools, and effects. You can group or nest compositions, apply filters or effects, and adjust vectors and shapes.
● After Effects is better than Photoshop in terms of creating videos, so you can first create a project in AE and then import the project onto PS after exporting after effects to gif. You can also use Filmora for the first step of this process.
GIFs have been around for quite some time but as the flow of content continues to plummet on popular social media platforms like Facebook or Instagram, the demand for GIFs would continue to increase.
Unfortunately, you won’t be able to make a gif in after effects directly, unless with the help of a plug-in like GIFGun.
Before moving forward, keep in mind that using Adobe Media Encoder is an easier method for compressing your exports rather than any third-party compressor.
In this article, you will find easy to follow methods using which you can create after effects GIFs within a matter of minutes.
In this article
01 [General Knowledge on GIF Animation](#Part 1)
02 [What Is the Difference Between After Effects Gifs’ Making and Photoshop Gifs’ Making?](#Part 2)
03 [How to Create After Effects Gifs](#Part 3)
Part 1 General Knowledge on GIF Animation
01What is a GIF?
The acronym GIF stands for Graphics Interchange Format and the file is created in bitmap image format. This was developed back in 1987 by a working in CompuServe.
This format was incredibly successful on the WEB due to benefits like smaller file sizes, broader support, and its easy compatibility with Operating Systems.
However, GIFs are much more suitable as simple graphics and logos rather than Live Action Videos with its palette limitation of 256 per image.
Creating a GIF is like looping an animation or animated elements. You can use these animated GIFs in banners to engage your audience or even create fun sharable content for your Facebook pages.
You can start by creating basic easy animations in Photoshop and then elevate them by using After Effects.
02Why create a GIF?
Here are a handful of things you can keep your eye on if you are just starting on making GIFs;
● Simple Product Demonstrations. With simple 3 to 4 step GIFs, you can briefly introduce steps on how to use a product.
● You can provide instructions in a short span of time.
● UX designers use GIFs to show the functioning of certain digital experiences.
● You can introduce GIFs on your page to keep followers engaged.
● You can display some amazing things on your website.
Part 2 Difference between making GIFs in After Effects and Photoshop
Creating GIFs in After Effects and Photoshop are both one in the same thing but the results may vary depending on which choice of tools and features suits you better.
Now, for those who are learning Photoshop and After Effects for the first time, to understand the difference in results between both these software lets familiarize you with their features in brief.
01What’s Similar?
Since both are designed by Adobe, there are bound to be similarities in the tools and interface they use. Both these software enables you to use layers of editing from the layer panel where you separate the blending or transform multiple layers. You can apply masks to these layers in different ways on both software.
02Groups (PS) and Nested (AE) Composition
In Photoshop, you can group layers together and apply styles, blends, and transformations together. However, in After Effects, this is called Nesting.
Both are in a way similar to each other but Nesting Comps give users more functionality as it interprets probable compositions during the nesting process.
Smart objects used in PS are also comparable to Nested Comps as you can apply filters over one while applying effects to the other.
03Vector and Shapes
You can use the Pen tool or Shape tool in both PS and AE that creates shape layers without losing any integrity. Both the applications support Bezier which lets you control curves between anchor points in PS and vertices in AE.
04Destructive Effects
After Effects does not provide you with destructive effects while in Photoshop you can apply non-destructive filters. You can also combine several layers to apply changes or distort your images but these permanent changes cannot be made in After Effects.
You will also notice that although there are several similarities, there are tools and features which are not shared between both applications. The types of tool categories would also vary. Like with After Effects, you can create paragraph and character styles that you can apply to texts.
Part 3 How to Create After Effects Gifs
After Effects harbors greater video editing capabilities rather than the basic animating options you can try on Photoshop. In creating a GIF, you would want to leverage the combination of tools offered on both After Effects and Photoshop.
Let’s first get into how you can create an animated video on After Effects and then convert it into an animated GIF in Photoshop.
01Animating in After Effects
Step 1: Open After Effects, go to ‘Composition’ and create ‘New Composition’. You will need to fill out the dimensions and specs for your project on the window that pops up. For example, 300x250 px at 30 fps and 6 sec duration.
Step 2: You can import assets by dragging and dropping, or by going to the ‘Project Panel’ in the After Effects Workspace as shown in the image.
Step 3: Now, you can begin animating your Assets. Drag them and add them to the ‘Composition’ panel or ‘Timeline’ panel. Placing them in either one will make them appear on both. Adjust the layers according to the topmost layer on the panel.
Dial down the scale of every animation to 0% so that can be animated in a growing sequence. Select the layer you wish to adjust and click on ‘Transform’. Click on ‘Scale’ to give that layer an active marker on the timeline. Set the scale to 0%.
You can now begin animating the first item by moving the current time indicator to 06f (the 6th frame on the 30fps timeline). Scale the item back to 100% and the marker will reappear.
Repeat this for the other items. Keep in mind that each item has a 06f space between them for later adjustability.
Your equation is now complete and all that is left to do is animate your CTA button. Adjust the position of the top layer on your CTA and set the current time indicator to start time on the button animation. Click on ‘position’ to set up a marker on your Timeline. Forward the 04f then nudge the button and reverse back to the original position so that it looks like a button clicking animation.
Your animation is now complete. Now go to ‘Composition’ and shorten the time in the ‘Duration’ panel.
Step 4: Go to Composition. Click on Pre-Render and a new selection will pop up. Now click on ‘Render’. Your output will be a .mov file.
If you find exporting gifs from After Effects too complicated, you can also upload and loop videos using Wondershare Filmora Video Editor which has plenty of other amazing video editing features you can drag and drop to create.
Wondershare Filmora - Best Video Editor for Mac/Windows
5,481,435 people have downloaded it.
Build unique custom animations without breaking a sweat.
Focus on creating epic stories and leave the details to Filmora’s auto features.
Start a creative adventure with drag & drop effects and endless possibilities.
Filmora simplifies advanced features to save you time and effort.
Filmora cuts out repetition so you can move on to your next creative breakthrough.
02Converting Animation to GIF in Photoshop
Step 1: Create a new file in Photoshop with the same specs as you did in After Effects. Now go to ‘File’ > ‘Import’ > ‘Frames to Layers’ and import the saved .mov file.
Step 2: If you don’t automatically see the timeline, go to Windows > Timeline.
Step 3: Decide on how many loops you want in your animation. Once you are done with your GIF, go to ‘File’ > Export. Apply the Legacy Save for Web and choose the format for your GIF.
Step 4: In Export options, you can gain access to several presets to apply to your animated GIFs. The more color displayed in your GIF, the larger its size. You can use Dethering to smoothen gradients and shades. Looping is also turned off on Photoshop but you can apply looping from the ‘Options’ shown at the bottom of the menu.
Part 1 Ending Thoughts
● GIFs are a popular type of media that is quite trendy and easy to make using Adobe after effects gifs or Photoshop. They are called Graphics Interchange Format and are best used as simple graphic images.
● You require a combination of both Photoshop and After Effects, though both share similar interfaces, tools, and effects. You can group or nest compositions, apply filters or effects, and adjust vectors and shapes.
● After Effects is better than Photoshop in terms of creating videos, so you can first create a project in AE and then import the project onto PS after exporting after effects to gif. You can also use Filmora for the first step of this process.
GIFs have been around for quite some time but as the flow of content continues to plummet on popular social media platforms like Facebook or Instagram, the demand for GIFs would continue to increase.
Unfortunately, you won’t be able to make a gif in after effects directly, unless with the help of a plug-in like GIFGun.
Before moving forward, keep in mind that using Adobe Media Encoder is an easier method for compressing your exports rather than any third-party compressor.
In this article, you will find easy to follow methods using which you can create after effects GIFs within a matter of minutes.
In this article
01 [General Knowledge on GIF Animation](#Part 1)
02 [What Is the Difference Between After Effects Gifs’ Making and Photoshop Gifs’ Making?](#Part 2)
03 [How to Create After Effects Gifs](#Part 3)
Part 1 General Knowledge on GIF Animation
01What is a GIF?
The acronym GIF stands for Graphics Interchange Format and the file is created in bitmap image format. This was developed back in 1987 by a working in CompuServe.
This format was incredibly successful on the WEB due to benefits like smaller file sizes, broader support, and its easy compatibility with Operating Systems.
However, GIFs are much more suitable as simple graphics and logos rather than Live Action Videos with its palette limitation of 256 per image.
Creating a GIF is like looping an animation or animated elements. You can use these animated GIFs in banners to engage your audience or even create fun sharable content for your Facebook pages.
You can start by creating basic easy animations in Photoshop and then elevate them by using After Effects.
02Why create a GIF?
Here are a handful of things you can keep your eye on if you are just starting on making GIFs;
● Simple Product Demonstrations. With simple 3 to 4 step GIFs, you can briefly introduce steps on how to use a product.
● You can provide instructions in a short span of time.
● UX designers use GIFs to show the functioning of certain digital experiences.
● You can introduce GIFs on your page to keep followers engaged.
● You can display some amazing things on your website.
Part 2 Difference between making GIFs in After Effects and Photoshop
Creating GIFs in After Effects and Photoshop are both one in the same thing but the results may vary depending on which choice of tools and features suits you better.
Now, for those who are learning Photoshop and After Effects for the first time, to understand the difference in results between both these software lets familiarize you with their features in brief.
01What’s Similar?
Since both are designed by Adobe, there are bound to be similarities in the tools and interface they use. Both these software enables you to use layers of editing from the layer panel where you separate the blending or transform multiple layers. You can apply masks to these layers in different ways on both software.
02Groups (PS) and Nested (AE) Composition
In Photoshop, you can group layers together and apply styles, blends, and transformations together. However, in After Effects, this is called Nesting.
Both are in a way similar to each other but Nesting Comps give users more functionality as it interprets probable compositions during the nesting process.
Smart objects used in PS are also comparable to Nested Comps as you can apply filters over one while applying effects to the other.
03Vector and Shapes
You can use the Pen tool or Shape tool in both PS and AE that creates shape layers without losing any integrity. Both the applications support Bezier which lets you control curves between anchor points in PS and vertices in AE.
04Destructive Effects
After Effects does not provide you with destructive effects while in Photoshop you can apply non-destructive filters. You can also combine several layers to apply changes or distort your images but these permanent changes cannot be made in After Effects.
You will also notice that although there are several similarities, there are tools and features which are not shared between both applications. The types of tool categories would also vary. Like with After Effects, you can create paragraph and character styles that you can apply to texts.
Part 3 How to Create After Effects Gifs
After Effects harbors greater video editing capabilities rather than the basic animating options you can try on Photoshop. In creating a GIF, you would want to leverage the combination of tools offered on both After Effects and Photoshop.
Let’s first get into how you can create an animated video on After Effects and then convert it into an animated GIF in Photoshop.
01Animating in After Effects
Step 1: Open After Effects, go to ‘Composition’ and create ‘New Composition’. You will need to fill out the dimensions and specs for your project on the window that pops up. For example, 300x250 px at 30 fps and 6 sec duration.
Step 2: You can import assets by dragging and dropping, or by going to the ‘Project Panel’ in the After Effects Workspace as shown in the image.
Step 3: Now, you can begin animating your Assets. Drag them and add them to the ‘Composition’ panel or ‘Timeline’ panel. Placing them in either one will make them appear on both. Adjust the layers according to the topmost layer on the panel.
Dial down the scale of every animation to 0% so that can be animated in a growing sequence. Select the layer you wish to adjust and click on ‘Transform’. Click on ‘Scale’ to give that layer an active marker on the timeline. Set the scale to 0%.
You can now begin animating the first item by moving the current time indicator to 06f (the 6th frame on the 30fps timeline). Scale the item back to 100% and the marker will reappear.
Repeat this for the other items. Keep in mind that each item has a 06f space between them for later adjustability.
Your equation is now complete and all that is left to do is animate your CTA button. Adjust the position of the top layer on your CTA and set the current time indicator to start time on the button animation. Click on ‘position’ to set up a marker on your Timeline. Forward the 04f then nudge the button and reverse back to the original position so that it looks like a button clicking animation.
Your animation is now complete. Now go to ‘Composition’ and shorten the time in the ‘Duration’ panel.
Step 4: Go to Composition. Click on Pre-Render and a new selection will pop up. Now click on ‘Render’. Your output will be a .mov file.
If you find exporting gifs from After Effects too complicated, you can also upload and loop videos using Wondershare Filmora Video Editor which has plenty of other amazing video editing features you can drag and drop to create.
Wondershare Filmora - Best Video Editor for Mac/Windows
5,481,435 people have downloaded it.
Build unique custom animations without breaking a sweat.
Focus on creating epic stories and leave the details to Filmora’s auto features.
Start a creative adventure with drag & drop effects and endless possibilities.
Filmora simplifies advanced features to save you time and effort.
Filmora cuts out repetition so you can move on to your next creative breakthrough.
02Converting Animation to GIF in Photoshop
Step 1: Create a new file in Photoshop with the same specs as you did in After Effects. Now go to ‘File’ > ‘Import’ > ‘Frames to Layers’ and import the saved .mov file.
Step 2: If you don’t automatically see the timeline, go to Windows > Timeline.
Step 3: Decide on how many loops you want in your animation. Once you are done with your GIF, go to ‘File’ > Export. Apply the Legacy Save for Web and choose the format for your GIF.
Step 4: In Export options, you can gain access to several presets to apply to your animated GIFs. The more color displayed in your GIF, the larger its size. You can use Dethering to smoothen gradients and shades. Looping is also turned off on Photoshop but you can apply looping from the ‘Options’ shown at the bottom of the menu.
Part 1 Ending Thoughts
● GIFs are a popular type of media that is quite trendy and easy to make using Adobe after effects gifs or Photoshop. They are called Graphics Interchange Format and are best used as simple graphic images.
● You require a combination of both Photoshop and After Effects, though both share similar interfaces, tools, and effects. You can group or nest compositions, apply filters or effects, and adjust vectors and shapes.
● After Effects is better than Photoshop in terms of creating videos, so you can first create a project in AE and then import the project onto PS after exporting after effects to gif. You can also use Filmora for the first step of this process.
GIFs have been around for quite some time but as the flow of content continues to plummet on popular social media platforms like Facebook or Instagram, the demand for GIFs would continue to increase.
Unfortunately, you won’t be able to make a gif in after effects directly, unless with the help of a plug-in like GIFGun.
Before moving forward, keep in mind that using Adobe Media Encoder is an easier method for compressing your exports rather than any third-party compressor.
In this article, you will find easy to follow methods using which you can create after effects GIFs within a matter of minutes.
In this article
01 [General Knowledge on GIF Animation](#Part 1)
02 [What Is the Difference Between After Effects Gifs’ Making and Photoshop Gifs’ Making?](#Part 2)
03 [How to Create After Effects Gifs](#Part 3)
Part 1 General Knowledge on GIF Animation
01What is a GIF?
The acronym GIF stands for Graphics Interchange Format and the file is created in bitmap image format. This was developed back in 1987 by a working in CompuServe.
This format was incredibly successful on the WEB due to benefits like smaller file sizes, broader support, and its easy compatibility with Operating Systems.
However, GIFs are much more suitable as simple graphics and logos rather than Live Action Videos with its palette limitation of 256 per image.
Creating a GIF is like looping an animation or animated elements. You can use these animated GIFs in banners to engage your audience or even create fun sharable content for your Facebook pages.
You can start by creating basic easy animations in Photoshop and then elevate them by using After Effects.
02Why create a GIF?
Here are a handful of things you can keep your eye on if you are just starting on making GIFs;
● Simple Product Demonstrations. With simple 3 to 4 step GIFs, you can briefly introduce steps on how to use a product.
● You can provide instructions in a short span of time.
● UX designers use GIFs to show the functioning of certain digital experiences.
● You can introduce GIFs on your page to keep followers engaged.
● You can display some amazing things on your website.
Part 2 Difference between making GIFs in After Effects and Photoshop
Creating GIFs in After Effects and Photoshop are both one in the same thing but the results may vary depending on which choice of tools and features suits you better.
Now, for those who are learning Photoshop and After Effects for the first time, to understand the difference in results between both these software lets familiarize you with their features in brief.
01What’s Similar?
Since both are designed by Adobe, there are bound to be similarities in the tools and interface they use. Both these software enables you to use layers of editing from the layer panel where you separate the blending or transform multiple layers. You can apply masks to these layers in different ways on both software.
02Groups (PS) and Nested (AE) Composition
In Photoshop, you can group layers together and apply styles, blends, and transformations together. However, in After Effects, this is called Nesting.
Both are in a way similar to each other but Nesting Comps give users more functionality as it interprets probable compositions during the nesting process.
Smart objects used in PS are also comparable to Nested Comps as you can apply filters over one while applying effects to the other.
03Vector and Shapes
You can use the Pen tool or Shape tool in both PS and AE that creates shape layers without losing any integrity. Both the applications support Bezier which lets you control curves between anchor points in PS and vertices in AE.
04Destructive Effects
After Effects does not provide you with destructive effects while in Photoshop you can apply non-destructive filters. You can also combine several layers to apply changes or distort your images but these permanent changes cannot be made in After Effects.
You will also notice that although there are several similarities, there are tools and features which are not shared between both applications. The types of tool categories would also vary. Like with After Effects, you can create paragraph and character styles that you can apply to texts.
Part 3 How to Create After Effects Gifs
After Effects harbors greater video editing capabilities rather than the basic animating options you can try on Photoshop. In creating a GIF, you would want to leverage the combination of tools offered on both After Effects and Photoshop.
Let’s first get into how you can create an animated video on After Effects and then convert it into an animated GIF in Photoshop.
01Animating in After Effects
Step 1: Open After Effects, go to ‘Composition’ and create ‘New Composition’. You will need to fill out the dimensions and specs for your project on the window that pops up. For example, 300x250 px at 30 fps and 6 sec duration.
Step 2: You can import assets by dragging and dropping, or by going to the ‘Project Panel’ in the After Effects Workspace as shown in the image.
Step 3: Now, you can begin animating your Assets. Drag them and add them to the ‘Composition’ panel or ‘Timeline’ panel. Placing them in either one will make them appear on both. Adjust the layers according to the topmost layer on the panel.
Dial down the scale of every animation to 0% so that can be animated in a growing sequence. Select the layer you wish to adjust and click on ‘Transform’. Click on ‘Scale’ to give that layer an active marker on the timeline. Set the scale to 0%.
You can now begin animating the first item by moving the current time indicator to 06f (the 6th frame on the 30fps timeline). Scale the item back to 100% and the marker will reappear.
Repeat this for the other items. Keep in mind that each item has a 06f space between them for later adjustability.
Your equation is now complete and all that is left to do is animate your CTA button. Adjust the position of the top layer on your CTA and set the current time indicator to start time on the button animation. Click on ‘position’ to set up a marker on your Timeline. Forward the 04f then nudge the button and reverse back to the original position so that it looks like a button clicking animation.
Your animation is now complete. Now go to ‘Composition’ and shorten the time in the ‘Duration’ panel.
Step 4: Go to Composition. Click on Pre-Render and a new selection will pop up. Now click on ‘Render’. Your output will be a .mov file.
If you find exporting gifs from After Effects too complicated, you can also upload and loop videos using Wondershare Filmora Video Editor which has plenty of other amazing video editing features you can drag and drop to create.
Wondershare Filmora - Best Video Editor for Mac/Windows
5,481,435 people have downloaded it.
Build unique custom animations without breaking a sweat.
Focus on creating epic stories and leave the details to Filmora’s auto features.
Start a creative adventure with drag & drop effects and endless possibilities.
Filmora simplifies advanced features to save you time and effort.
Filmora cuts out repetition so you can move on to your next creative breakthrough.
02Converting Animation to GIF in Photoshop
Step 1: Create a new file in Photoshop with the same specs as you did in After Effects. Now go to ‘File’ > ‘Import’ > ‘Frames to Layers’ and import the saved .mov file.
Step 2: If you don’t automatically see the timeline, go to Windows > Timeline.
Step 3: Decide on how many loops you want in your animation. Once you are done with your GIF, go to ‘File’ > Export. Apply the Legacy Save for Web and choose the format for your GIF.
Step 4: In Export options, you can gain access to several presets to apply to your animated GIFs. The more color displayed in your GIF, the larger its size. You can use Dethering to smoothen gradients and shades. Looping is also turned off on Photoshop but you can apply looping from the ‘Options’ shown at the bottom of the menu.
Part 1 Ending Thoughts
● GIFs are a popular type of media that is quite trendy and easy to make using Adobe after effects gifs or Photoshop. They are called Graphics Interchange Format and are best used as simple graphic images.
● You require a combination of both Photoshop and After Effects, though both share similar interfaces, tools, and effects. You can group or nest compositions, apply filters or effects, and adjust vectors and shapes.
● After Effects is better than Photoshop in terms of creating videos, so you can first create a project in AE and then import the project onto PS after exporting after effects to gif. You can also use Filmora for the first step of this process.
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- Title: Fun & Easy Masking Tricks in Filmora
- Author: Chloe
- Created at : 2024-05-20 03:37:27
- Updated at : 2024-05-21 03:37:27
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