How To Use Adobe After Effects For Video Editing

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Adobe After Effects is a premium Adobe Systems video editing software. It is a versatile program that enables you to generate and elevate videos. In this blog post, we will elucidate on the usage of Adobe After Effects for video editing.

Step 1: Open Adobe After Effects

First, open the Adobe After Effects software on your computer. If you don’t have the program installed, you can download and install it from the official Adobe website.

Step 2: Import Your Video

To import your video, navigate to the File menu and then click on Import. Choose the File option and then select the video file from your computer. The video will be added to your project panel.

Step 3: Create a New Composition

After importing your video, you need to create a new composition. To do so, click the New Composition button at the bottom of the project panel. You can also create a new composition by dragging your video onto the New Composition button.

Step 4: Edit Your Video

Now your video will appear in the timeline, and you can start editing it. Adobe After Effects provides many editing tools and options. Here are a few examples:

  • Split Layer: This tool allows you to split a layer into two. To split a layer, select it in the timeline, move the time indicator to the point where you want to split the layer, and then choose Edit > Split Layer.
  • Trimming: You can trim the in and out points of a layer by dragging the layer’s start and end points in the timeline.
  • Adding Effects: Adobe After Effects offers a variety of effects that you can add to your video. To add an effect, select the layer you want to add the effect to, then select the effect from the Effects & Presets panel.

Step 5: Export Your Video

Once you’ve finished editing your video, you can export it. Go to the File > Export > Add to Render Queue. In the Render Queue, click on the text next to Output Module, select your desired video format, and then click OK. Finally, click on the text next to Output To, select where you want to save your video and then click Render.

By following the steps outlined in this guide, you will be able to use Adobe After Effects to successfully edit your videos, even if you are a beginner. Happy editing!