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Learn OpenShot

⏱️ 3-4 hours 📊 Intermediate 📱 Media

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Master OpenShot, a free, open-source video editor perfect for beginners. Learn to cut, trim, add transitions, titles, and effects to create professional videos. OpenShot runs on Windows, Mac, and Linux, making it accessible to everyone. Build video editing skills without expensive software.

📑 Table of Contents

How to Get Started

INSTALLATION & SETUP (30 minutes)
  1. Download OpenShot: Visit openshot.org, download for your operating system (Windows/Mac/Linux)
  2. Install and launch: First launch may take a minute to initialize - be patient
  3. Familiarize yourself: Explore the interface - timeline at bottom, preview window, file browser
  4. Import test footage: Use free stock video from Pexels or Pixabay, or your own phone videos
BASIC EDITING (1-2 hours)
  1. Learn to cut clips: Use razor tool (R key) to split clips, delete unwanted sections
  2. Master the timeline: Drag clips to arrange, trim by dragging edges, layer multiple tracks
  3. Add transitions: Drag fade or crossfade between clips - smooth scene changes
  4. Create titles: Add text overlay, customize font, size, position, duration
WORKING WITH AUDIO (1 hour)
  1. Import audio: Music, sound effects, or voiceover - drag to audio track
  2. Adjust volume: Use keyframes to fade in/out, control volume levels
  3. Sync audio/video: Align music beats with video cuts for professional feel
  4. Export settings: Choose format (MP4 recommended), resolution, quality
ADVANCED TECHNIQUES (1 hour)
  1. Add effects: Color correction, filters, speed adjustments (slow motion/fast forward)
  2. Use keyframes: Animate properties over time - zoom, pan, opacity changes
  3. Create picture-in-picture: Layer videos, resize and position smaller video
  4. Export final video: Render in high quality, share on YouTube, social media, or save locally

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