YouTube has today launched a new video editor to provide you with a quick and easy way to edit existing and already published videos without the need to re-upload them. The new editor has been added in addition to the existing editor that is currently within the TestTube labs area.
The new YouTube video editor includes 14 new effects which you can use to enhance your video. Together with other basic editing functions such as trim, rotate, brightness/contrast, color temperature, and saturation. Watch the video after the jump for a walk through.
How to Use the New YouTube Video Editor
To edit your videos, simply upload them as usual and press the “Edit Video” button to begin editing. This new feature is designed to be user-friendly, allowing even those with minimal video editing experience to make significant improvements to their content. The interface is intuitive, with clear icons and straightforward options that guide you through the editing process.
YouTube explains:
“We noticed a lot of the videos that were uploaded to YouTube could use some polish, some basic video editing,” – “We noticed a lot of videos that had extra footage at the beginning that could have been trimmed off, or some footage at the end that could be trimmed off, a lot of videos that were really shaky and could use stabilization, and dark videos, etc.”
Features and Benefits
The new video editor is packed with features that cater to a wide range of editing needs. Here are some of the key features:
1. Trim and Cut: Easily remove unwanted sections from the beginning, middle, or end of your video. This is particularly useful for cutting out mistakes or irrelevant content.
2. Rotate: Fix orientation issues with a simple rotate function, ensuring your video is always presented correctly.
3. Brightness/Contrast: Adjust the brightness and contrast to improve the visual quality of your video, making it more appealing to viewers.
4. Color Temperature: Modify the color temperature to give your video a warmer or cooler tone, depending on the desired effect.
5. Saturation: Enhance the colors in your video to make them more vibrant and engaging.
6. Stabilization: Reduce shakiness in your footage, providing a smoother viewing experience.
These features are designed to help creators produce higher-quality content without needing advanced editing skills or software. For example, a travel vlogger can quickly trim out unnecessary footage, adjust the brightness to match different lighting conditions, and stabilize shaky shots, all within the YouTube platform.
Practical Applications
The new editor is not just for casual users; it has practical applications for various types of content creators. Educational channels can use the editor to cut out pauses and mistakes, making their tutorials more concise and effective. Gaming channels can trim down long gameplay sessions to highlight the most exciting moments. Even businesses can benefit by quickly editing promotional videos to better engage their audience.
Moreover, the ability to edit already published videos without re-uploading them is a game-changer. This means that if you notice an error or want to update information in a video, you can do so seamlessly without losing your existing views and comments.
Source: YouTube
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