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Quick start guide
Jump to:
Creating project | Adding files | Cutting clips | Editing clips | Filters | Transitions | Titles | Saving the video
When you open Movavi Video Editor, you will see a welcome screen. Click Create project in full feature mode to start making a video.
On the Import tab of the Video Editor, click Add Media Files to choose the video, audio, and image files you'll be using.
When you open the files, they will be placed on the Timeline: videos and photos on the video track, and audio clips on the audio track. To rearrange the clips, simply drag them to the necessary position with the mouse.
1. Select the clip that you want to split.
2. Move the position marker onto the moment where you want to cut the clip. You can move the position marker both in the player or on the Timeline.
3. Click the scissors button on the toolbar to split the video into two parts.
Select the clip you want to edit and use the buttons on the toolbar to perform basic editing.
Learn more: Rotating clips | Cropping clips | Enhancing colors | Video properties | Audio properties
Filters can help you change the colors in your photos and videos or add an artistic touch. To apply a filter:
1. Click the Filters button to open the filter library. To preview a filter effect, click on its thumbnail.
2. Drag the filter's thumbnail down onto a clip on the Timeline to apply it. A star icon 
will appear on the clip.
will appear on the clip. 
1. Click the Transitions button on the left to open the list of transition styles that you can use to join clips.
2. Pick a transition you like and then drag it between two clips on the Timeline.
Use titles and callouts to annotate what's happening on the screen.
1. Click the Titles tab to open the list of available text styles.
2. Find a title style that you like and drag it onto the uppermost track of the Timeline.
3. After you've placed the title clip onto the Timeline, double-click the clip and edit the text in the player. You can use the panel above the player to change the text style and color.
If you want to add arrows and shapes to your video, go to the Callouts tab and drag a shape onto the same track as the titles.
When you're finished with your movie, it's time to save it in a format that can be viewed in any video player.
1. Click the Export button to open the exporting options.
2. In the Export window, choose a format you want to save the video in, and name your movie.
3. Finally, click Start to begin processing the video. Your video will be ready in a few minutes.
Tip: Make sure to save your work once in a while: choose Save from the File menu to save the project so that you can access it later.
Having trouble with something? E-mail us and we'll help you out! Our e-mail: support@movavi.com
