VN Video Editor - COMPLETE Tutorial for Beginners! (iPhone, Android & Mac)
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This is a complete VN Video Editor Tutorial for beginners, covering all the key features and providing video editing tips to help users cut videos like a pro using the VN app on iPhone, Android, or Mac.
Getting Started with VN Video Editor
- Create a new project by selecting the plus icon at the bottom of the app.
- Import primary video footage by selecting "New Project" and then choosing the desired footage.
- The interface of VN Video Editor is cross-platform compatible, allowing users to edit videos on various devices.
Editing in VN Video Editor
- Trim and remove unwanted sections from the primary footage using the scissors tool. Position the white line indicator where you want to make cuts.
- Utilize different tracks for adding audio, titles, graphics, and additional footage in the editing timeline.
- Access various tools, filters, and effects from the bottom toolbar to enhance your video.
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Conclusion
This tutorial provides a comprehensive overview of VN Video Editor's key features and offers valuable tips for beginners. Users can create professional-looking videos by following step-by-step instructions and utilizing various editing tools within the app.
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This section discusses how to edit a video using the VN Video Editor app. It covers removing unwanted footage, adjusting clip endpoints, and adding B-roll or overlay footage.
Editing the Video
- To start editing at a specific point, make a cut at that point and remove any footage before it.
- Remove the "Directed by" title card added by VN Video Editor.
- Use audio waveforms to identify sections where speaking ends and make cuts to remove unnecessary clips.
- Alternatively, select a clip and adjust its endpoint to remove unwanted sections.
- Continue making cuts and adjustments until all unwanted footage is removed.
Adding B-roll or Overlay Footage
- Click on the plus button to add B-roll or overlay footage.
- Choose clips from the stock library or previously used clips.
- Scale, rotate, or trim the overlay clip as desired.
- Overlay clips are linked to the main clip beneath them in the timeline. Moving or deleting the main clip affects the overlay clip accordingly.
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The transcript provides instructions for editing videos using VN Video Editor app, including removing unwanted footage, adjusting endpoints of clips, and adding B-roll or overlay footage.
Adding Title Cards
In this section, the speaker demonstrates how to add title cards to a video using customizable templates.
Adding and Customizing Title Cards
- To add a title card, select the "T" icon on the toolbar.
- Choose from preset templates or customize your own.
- Edit the text by typing in the desired content.
- Customize the appearance of the title card by selecting different fonts, sizes, colors, and effects.
- Use the playback window to resize and reposition the title card as needed.
- Apply the changes by clicking on the tick icon.
Adding Transitions and Effects
This section covers how to add transitions between clips and apply effects for a more polished video.
Adding Transitions
- Select two clips that you want to transition between.
- Click on the plus button next to one of the clips to access the transitions panel.
- Choose from various transition options such as dip to black/white or other preset transitions.
- Alternatively, zoom in on one of the clips for a smoother transition effect resembling a second camera angle.
Applying Effects
- For B-roll or overlay footage, select a clip and go to crop settings.
- Zoom in or adjust shot composition using pinch-to-zoom gestures or corner pins if available.
- Ensure smooth visual continuity by aligning key elements like eyes when applying zoom effects.
Fine-tuning Transitions and Effects
This section focuses on refining transitions and effects for better visual flow in videos.
Refining Transitions
- Adjust crop settings for zoomed-in shots to ensure alignment with previous clip's composition.
- Experiment with slight adjustments until achieving desired results.
Finalizing Video Elements
- Add titles, lists, or text to the entire video.
- Apply transitions between clips for smooth visual flow.
- Fine-tune effects and transitions to enhance the overall quality of the video.
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In this section, the speaker discusses the process of adding transitions, effects, and music to a video.
Adding Transitions and Effects
- To enhance the video, it is recommended to add transitions and effects.
- Use the editing software to zoom in on specific shots if needed.
Adding Music or Sound Effects
- Select royalty-free music or sound effects for your video.
- The speaker recommends using Artlist or Epidemic Sound for high-quality licensed music.
- Import the chosen music track into the editing software.
- Trim the track if necessary using the handles at the start and end.
- Adjust the volume level of the music track, typically around 30-35% when there is talking in the video.
- Utilize beat markers to synchronize cuts with musical beats if desired.
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This section focuses on selecting and adjusting music tracks for videos.
Choosing Royalty-Free Music
- It is important to use royalty-free music with proper licensing for videos.
- Artlist and Epidemic Sound are recommended sources for such music.
Selecting Music Track
- Navigate through available music tracks in your library.
- Choose a suitable track for your video project.
Trimming and Adjusting Volume
- Trim down the selected track if you don't want to use its entire duration.
- Adjust volume levels using handles provided by the editing software.
- For videos with dialogue, set an initial volume level of around 30%-35% as a starting point. Further adjustments can be made later.
Using Beat Markers
- If cutting footage to match beats in the music, utilize beat markers during editing.
- Press a marker button whenever there's a beat in the track while playing it back.
- These markers help align shots with musical beats for tighter editing.
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This section covers adjusting volume levels for different clips in the video.
Adjusting Clip Volumes
- Mute or adjust the volume levels of primary video footage to ensure correct audio balance.
- In VN Video Editor, there is a convenient feature to adjust clip volumes from one interface.
- Select the first clip and go to the volume settings.
- Adjust the background music volume (BGM) separately from the video volume.
- Mute or lower BGM if necessary.
- Increase or decrease video volume as needed.
- Bring back in the music while previewing to ensure it doesn't overpower dialogue.
- Apply these volume settings to individual clips or all remaining clips in the timeline.
Adjusting B-roll and Overlay Footage
- For B-roll or overlay footage with sound, select those clips individually and adjust their volumes accordingly.
- Mute or modify the volume level to avoid overpowering other audio elements.
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In this section, the speaker introduces the concept of filters and customization options for videos.
Introduction to Filters
- Filters are similar to Instagram filters that can be applied to videos.
- Users have the option to customize each filter or start from scratch and adjust their own settings.
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This section focuses on adjusting exposure, color temperature, and vibrance in videos.
Adjusting Video Settings
- Exposure can be adjusted to control the brightness of the shot.
- Color temperature can be modified to add more blue or yellow/orange tones.
- Vibrance can be increased subtly to enhance colors in the video.
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This section covers making adjustments to contrast and applying settings to all clips.
Contrast and Applying Settings
- Contrast can be tweaked to make a shot more contrasty or washed out based on personal preference.
- The "apply to all" feature allows users to apply the same settings and effects across all clips.
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This section highlights key settings for editing B-roll clips.
Editing B-roll Clips
- Selecting a B-roll clip allows access to the same filter settings as primary footage.
- Users can make adjustments specific to B-roll clips using these settings.
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This section mentions additional features like speed control and presets available in video editing.
Speed Control and Presets
- The speed of a clip can be adjusted using standard controls or by utilizing curve adjustments for precise control.
- Keyframes allow users to create custom speed patterns within a clip.
- Presets like "jump cut" provide predefined speed variations for creative edits.
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This section discusses the ability to change video format and customize backgrounds.
Changing Video Format and Background
- The video format can be easily changed, such as switching from widescreen to portrait mode.
- Adjustments like blur, color, and scaling can be made to the background for a customized look.
- Changes made to one clip can be applied to all clips for consistency.
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This section focuses on exporting the edited video.
Exporting the Video
- To export the video, users need to navigate to the export option located at the top of the interface.
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In this section, the speaker explains how to adjust video settings in VN Video Editor.
Adjusting Resolution, Frames Per Second, and Bitrate
- To adjust video settings, go to the manual settings option.
- You can change the resolution up to 4k, frames per second, and average bitrate.
- Changing the bitrate will affect the size of the video file. The software provides an estimate of the file size as you make changes.
Exporting Your Video
- When you are ready to save your video, click on "export".
- Keep the export screen open while exporting to avoid any issues.
- After exporting, it is recommended to play back the video with headphones to ensure it looks and sounds as desired.
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This section provides a complete walkthrough of VN Video Editor.
Reviewing Your Edited Video
- After saving your video, playback is suggested for review.
- Use headphones for better assessment of visual and audio quality.
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