How to get started using templates in Google Vids
Getting Started with Google Vids
Introduction to Google Vids
- Welcome to the Vids on Vids series, focusing on how to use Google Vids, an AI-powered video creation app.
- This episode covers: getting started with templates, adding/deleting scenes, customizing templates, and working with video placeholders.
Choosing Templates
- Users can create videos by selecting from a variety of pre-designed templates organized by use cases.
- Preview sample designs by clicking on them to see the scenes before making a selection.
Editing and Customizing Templates
- After choosing a template, users can insert one or all scenes at once and access the template section in the right sidebar for adjustments.
- Scenes can be rearranged by dragging them; additional scenes can be added using the plus button or deleted via right-clicking.
Adding Text and Branding
- Users can add stylized text boxes from the right sidebar, choosing from various styles like headlines and quotes.
- To ensure brand consistency, users should customize colors and fonts through the styles panel using color swatches or hex codes.
Understanding Video Placeholders
What are Video Placeholders?
- Video placeholders are designated areas within templates where videos or recordings can be inserted.
- These placeholders often include headshots for direct audience engagement through recordings or AI avatars.
Replacing Media in Placeholders
- Hovering over these scenes reveals a record button that leads to a recording studio for easy content creation.
- Users can replace media in placeholders by clicking on the select video icon; options include stock videos which can be dragged into place.
Inserting New Placeholders
- New video placeholders can also be inserted from the insert menu by selecting desired shapes.