Mastering Video Editing with CapCut Online

Sep 16, 2024

Video Editing with CapCut Online

Introduction

  • Presenter: Justin
  • Focus: Enhance video editing skills using CapCut Online.
  • Goals: Step-by-step guide on the essentials of video editing, improving creative output.

Getting Started

  • Visit CapCut.com
    • Register for an account or sign in if you already have one.

Video Ratios

  • Importance: Determines the dimension of your video.
  • Common Ratios:
    • 16:9
      • Widely used for YouTube, HDTVs
    • 9:16
      • Ideal for mobile devices, used in social media
    • 4:3
      • Retro vibe, reminiscent of old TVs
    • 1:1
      • Symmetrical and balanced, popular on Instagram and TikTok
  • Where to Set Ratio: Top left of the workspace, click on 'ratio'

Uploading Media

  • Methods:
    • Click the plus sign or drag and drop into the timeline.
    • Connect Google Drive or Dropbox for direct uploads.
    • Use phone upload by scanning a QR code.
  • After Upload: Media appears in 'Media' in the left-hand menu and CapCut cloud storage.

Using Stock Video and Music

  • Stock Video:
    • Search and use stock footage to enhance storytelling.
  • Stock Music:
    • Search for music tracks to complement video tone, e.g., cinema scores, sound effects.

Timeline Basics

  • Trimming:
    • Remove unnecessary footage by clicking and dragging the start/end of the clip.
  • Splitting:
    • Split clips by placing the playhead and using the split button.
  • Transitions:
    • Drag and drop transitions between clips.
    • Adjust transition length via the 'Basic' tab.

Animations

  • Types:
    • In, Out, Combo
  • Application:
    • Applied through the 'animations' tab.
    • Fine-tune timing with a slider.

Conclusion

  • Outcome: Mastery of basic video editing skills.
  • Encouragement: Highlighted the importance of practice and perseverance.

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Closing Note: Stay creative and keep improving your editing skills.