Kapwing Tutorial: How to Use the Kapwing's Online Video Editor

Name: Kapwing Tutorial: How to Use the Kapwing's Online Video Editor
Uploaded: 2023-01-30T23:31:06.000Z
Duration: 42 min 11 s

Introduction to Kapwing

In this section, Jack introduces Kapwing, an online AI-powered video editor that helps creators and teams create content faster. He explains the features of Kapwing and how it can be accessed on any device.

What is Kapwing?

Kapwing is an online video editor designed for social media content and modern formats.

It offers AI tools and templates to automate tedious editing tasks.

Users can create videos, gifs, images, audio clips, and more using Kapwing.

It allows resizing, looping, converting into any format, and more.

Getting Started with Kapwing

Anyone can get started with Kapwing for free by signing up for a free account.

Premium features are available for those who want to upgrade their plan.

After signing in, users will find themselves in their workspace where all videos and projects are stored.

Team members can be invited to collaborate on projects within the workspace.

Uploading Footage

Users can upload raw footage by dragging it into the editor or paste a link to another online video source like YouTube or TikTok.

Alternatively, users can start with a blank canvas by selecting an aspect ratio or drag in a file from their computer.

Editing Process in Kapwing

In this section, Jack explains how to resize the canvas and edit videos manually or using automatic editing features in Kapwing.

Resizing the Canvas

To adjust the aspect ratio of the project, click off any selected video clip to access canvas options for the entire project.

Click "Resize Canvas" button to choose popular aspect ratios or input custom sizes.

If original footage has a different aspect ratio than the chosen canvas size, it may not fit automatically. Users can choose between keeping the original aspect ratio with a blurred background or using fill and crop to fit the entire canvas.

Manual Editing

Users can manually cut and trim videos by selecting Ripple mode, which moves the entire video down when making cuts or trims.

Turning off Ripple mode provides more precision in editing without affecting the rest of the timeline.

Automatic Video Editor

Kapwing offers an automatic video editor that can analyze audio and identify silences or areas to cut.

Users can enable automatic editing features to remove silences and create a smoother final video.

Conclusion

Jack concludes by summarizing the key points covered in this tutorial and encourages viewers to sign up for Kapwing to start creating content easily.

Key Takeaways

Kapwing is an online AI-powered video editor designed for social media content.

It offers various tools and templates to automate editing tasks.

Users can upload footage, resize the canvas, edit manually or use automatic editing features.

Timestamps are approximate and may not match exactly with the provided transcript.

Introduction to Kapwing

This section provides an introduction to Kapwing, an online video editor that helps creators and teams create content.

Kapwing is an online video editor that uses AI tools and templates designed for social media content and modern formats.

It allows users to automate tedious editing tasks and collaborate with others in a central workspace.

Kapwing can be accessed on any device from anywhere in the world.

In addition to video editing, Kapwing can also create gifs, images, audio clips, resize, loop, convert into any format, and more.

Getting Started with Kapwing

This section explains how to get started with Kapwing by signing up for a free account and accessing the workspace.

To get started with Kapwing, click on the provided link in the description to visit their homepage.

Sign into your free account by clicking on the "Sign In" button and choosing one of the options (Google, Facebook, or email).

There is also a Premium plan available for additional features such as creating bigger projects, unlimited storage, automatic subtitling capabilities, etc.

Once signed in, you will find yourself in your workspace where all videos and projects are stored.

Create a new project by clicking on the "Create" button. You can invite team members to collaborate if needed.

Uploading Footage and Creating Projects

This section explains how to upload footage and create projects in Kapwing.

To upload raw footage, simply drag it into the editor. Alternatively, you can paste a link to another online video (e.g., YouTube or TikTok).

If starting from scratch or designing something specific, choose one of the aspect ratios provided or start with a blank canvas.

Once the footage is uploaded, it will populate the timeline. You can start editing even before it's fully uploaded.

Adjust the project's aspect ratio by clicking on "Resize Canvas" and selecting from popular options or entering a custom size.

If the original file has a different aspect ratio, choose whether to fit it automatically in the canvas or use fill and crop options for desired effects.

Manual Video Editing

This section covers manual video editing techniques in Kapwing.

Enable Ripple mode to have edits affect the entire timeline. When Ripple mode is off, edits only apply to selected clips.

Use trim and delete functions to cut out unwanted parts of the video.

Adjust the aspect ratio of individual clips using crop and resize features.

Lock aspect ratio to maintain consistency while resizing clips.

Identify silent portions or areas that need cutting based on audio cues.

Automatic Video Editing

This section explains how to use Kapwing's automatic video editor.

Turn on Ripple mode for automatic adjustments across the entire timeline when making cuts or trims.

Explore Kapwing's automatic video editing features for faster editing processes.

The transcript provided does not cover further details about automatic video editing techniques.

Desvendando o Kapwing: Recortar, Dividir e Adicionar Texto em Vídeos Entendendo as funcionalidades básicas do Kapwing

Visão geral da seção: Nesta seção, aprenderemos como recortar clipes de vídeo, dividir clipes no meio e adicionar texto aos vídeos usando o Kapwing.

Recortando Clipes de Vídeo

Para recortar um clipe de vídeo, vá até o final do clipe e aguarde aparecer duas setas apontando em direções opostas.

Arraste o clipe para a esquerda ou direita até onde deseja cortá-lo.

Solte o clipe para finalizar o recorte.

Dividindo Clipes no Meio

Posicione o Seeker (marcador de tempo) onde deseja dividir o clipe.

Clique no botão "split" ou pressione a tecla "S" no teclado para dividir o clipe.

Mova-se para outra parte do vídeo onde deseja cortar e clique novamente no botão "split" ou pressione "S".

Agora você pode excluir a parte intermediária do clipe que foi destacada.

Recorte Automático com Smart Cut

Selecione um clipe que você deseja editar automaticamente removendo os silêncios.

Vá até a subcategoria "AI Tools" e clique em "Smart Cut".

Ajuste a sensibilidade conforme necessário. Quanto mais à esquerda, menos silêncios serão destacados; quanto mais à direita, mais silêncios serão destacados.

Se houver algo que não deseja excluir, clique na seção em vermelho para desmarcá-la.

Clique em "Done" para finalizar o recorte automático.

Adicionando Texto aos Vídeos

Para adicionar texto ao vídeo, clique no botão de texto na barra lateral esquerda.

Escolha um estilo de texto pré-definido ou clique em "Add Text" para personalizar o texto.

Personalize a fonte do texto selecionando uma das opções disponíveis ou fazendo upload de uma fonte personalizada.

Posicione o Seeker onde deseja adicionar o texto e insira-o.

Criando Legendas Animadas com IA

Acesse a guia "Subtitles" na barra lateral esquerda.

Clique em "Generate Subtitles" para gerar legendas automaticamente. Você também pode optar por traduzir as legendas se necessário.

Faça edições nas legendas conforme necessário, corrigindo erros ortográficos ou ajustando os tempos de início e fim das legendas.

Desvendando o Kapwing: Recortar, Dividir e Adicionar Texto em Vídeos Understanding the Basic Features of Kapwing

In this section, we will learn how to trim video clips, split clips in the middle, and add text to videos using Kapwing.

Trimming Video Clips

To trim a video clip, go to the end of the clip and wait for the two arrows pointing in opposite directions to appear.

Drag the footage left or right until you reach the desired trimming point.

Release the clip to finalize the trim.

Splitting Clips in the Middle

Position the Seeker (timestamp marker) where you want to split the clip.

Click on the "split" button or press the "S" key on your keyboard to split the clip.

Move to another part of the video where you want to cut and click the "split" button or press "S" again.

Now you can delete the highlighted middle portion of the clip.

Automatic Trimming with Smart Cut

Select a clip that you want to automatically edit by removing silences.

Go to the AI Tools submenu and click on "Smart Cut".

Adjust the sensitivity as needed. Moving it left highlights fewer silences, while moving it right highlights more silences.

If there's something you don't want to be deleted, simply click on that section in red to unmark it.

Click "Done" to finalize the automatic trimming.

Adding Text to Videos

To add text to your video, click on the text button in the left sidebar.

Choose from popular text styles by clicking on one of them or click "Add Text" for customization options.

Customize your text by selecting a font from available options or uploading a custom brand font if you have a pro license.

Position your Seeker where you want to add text and input your desired text.

Creating Animated Subtitles with AI

Access the subtitles tab in the left sidebar.

Click on "Generate Subtitles" for automatic subtitle generation. You can also choose optional translation if needed.

Make edits as necessary, correcting spelling errors or adjusting subtitle timings.

Subtitle Animation and Editing New Section

This section explains how to animate subtitles and edit them in the video editor. (Portuguese)

Subtitle Animation

Subtitles can be animated by highlighting them and going to the animations tab.

Different animation options are available, such as color changes, reveal animation, highlight, bounce, and paint.

Subtitles automatically adjust when cutting or deleting parts of the video.

Adding B-roll

B-roll like images or videos can be added from the images or video tab.

Images can be searched on Google and added directly to the editor.

Videos can also be searched on Google and added without downloading/uploading.

Elements Tab

The elements tab offers additional options like shapes, emojis, progress bars, waveforms, etc.

Audio Tools: Cleaning Audio and Adding Music New Section

This section covers audio tools for cleaning background noise and adding music. (Portuguese)

Cleaning Audio

An AI tool is available to balance background noise and remove pops/clicks in a selected clip.

Clicking "clean audio" under volume applies the tool. Blue highlights indicate cleaned audio.

Adding Background Music or Sound Effects

In the audio tab, users can drag an audio file or paste a URL for music/sound effects.

Royalty-free music is available in different categories for easy selection.

Using Transitions and Smart Effects New Section

This section demonstrates using transitions between footage and applying smart effects. (Portuguese)

Transitions

Transitions between clips can be found in the transition section of the sidebar.

Various transition options are available with adjustable timing.

Smart Effects

Smart effects include removing backgrounds, blurring backgrounds, chroma keying, fading audio, and moving zoom.

These effects can be applied to video clips in the effects tab.

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Exporting and Sharing Projects

In this section, the speaker explains how to export projects in different file types and resolutions. They also discuss sharing projects with teammates and collaborating on editing.

Exporting Projects

Click the "Export Project" button in the top right corner.

Choose the desired export settings, such as file type (MP4, GIF, JPEG) and resolution (standard, HD, full HD).

Adjust the video's compression level using the slider.

Click "Export" to start the process.

Once exported, download the video.

Sharing and Collaborating on Projects

Share projects with co-workers or teammates.

Team members can add comments and overlays directly within the editor.

Editors can make edits remotely and collaborate on the same project simultaneously.

This feature speeds up approval and editing processes for teams.

Brand Kit and Templates

The speaker demonstrates how to use Kapwing's brand kit to add brand media, colors, fonts, and templates. They explain how to create a brand template for quick content creation.

Adding Brand Assets

Access the brand kit section in your workspace (exclusive to Pro customers).

Add brand media (logo), brand colors, and brand fonts.

Creating Brand Templates

Open a specific aspect ratio template (e.g., Instagram reels).

Add placeholders for photos or videos that can be replaced later.

Set a duration for the template video.

Add text using branded fonts.

Example: Reels Template

Users can write anything in this section.

Customizing Brand Templates

Import company logos or other media assets into your workspace.

Include sound effects or overlays as needed.

Using Brand Templates

Anyone with access can use a template by making a copy of it.

This does not change the original template.

Replace placeholders with desired photos or videos.

Create branded content quickly and easily.

Kapwing Pro Features

The speaker highlights the additional features available in Kapwing Pro, including longer video exports, no watermark, unlimited subtitling, cloud storage, AI tools, brand kit customization, and collaborative editing.

Kapwing Pro Benefits

Edit in Kapwing for free.

Pro users can export videos up to two hours long without a watermark.

Unlimited subtitling and 1080p exports are available.

Store files in the cloud for easy access.

Access AI tools and customize brand kits with custom fonts.

Collaborate with team members by adding comments to projects.

Conclusion

The speaker concludes by encouraging viewers to explore other tools within Kapwing's editor. They emphasize that the demonstrated features should help create compelling videos efficiently. Viewers are encouraged to subscribe to the channel for more tutorials on content creation using Kapwing.