Movie Maker Tutorial | Learn Movie Maker in 9 minutes

Introduction

Welcome to this quick overview of Windows Movie Maker! In this tutorial, we'll explore how to navigate and utilize all the essential features of this user-friendly software. This particular version of Movie Maker was available for free with my laptop purchase, and I find it perfect for basic video editing needs. If you're interested in a more in-depth tutorial, you'll find a link in the description box.

Getting Started with the Dashboard

Once you've launched Movie Maker, you'll find yourself on the dashboard area. Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll see:

• Menu Area: Located at the top, this is where you'll find various editing options.
• Editing Area: This section allows you to edit clips and photos.
• Playback Area: A space to view your edits in action.

To begin editing, make sure you’re in the "Home" area, then click on "Add Videos and Photos." Navigate to where your media files are stored, select them, and click Open. Remember, it may take some time for the application to prepare your files, so be patient!

Playing Back Clips

To view your imported video or photo, click the play icon or press the spacebar on your keyboard.

Cutting Clips

To cut clips, follow these steps:

1. Move your cursor to the point where you wish to cut.
2. Click on Edit, then Split.
3. Select the clip section you'd like to remove (indicated by a blue outline).
4. Right-click and choose Remove. Alternatively, click on Home and select Remove.

Editing Clips

Double-click on any clip to access the editing options on the toolbar that appears:

• Stabilize Video: Click the downward arrow to choose stabilization options.
• Speed Adjustments: Increase or decrease your clip's speed as required.
• Volume Adjustments: Fade sound in and out, or adjust volume levels.

To apply modifications to all clips simultaneously, go to Home and click Select All, then return to the Edit section for bulk modifications.

Adding Transitions

To add transitions between clips:

1. Go to Animation.
2. Choose your desired transition (e.g., Crossfade).
3. Adjust the transition duration by clicking the downward arrow next to duration.

To apply the same transition to all clips, select all, and choose the desired transition again.

Adding Text

To add captions or titles:

1. Click on Caption.
2. Type your text in the provided box.
3. Modify font styles, sizes, and outlines.
4. Drag the text to your preferred location on the clip.

Narration and Music

For adding narration:

1. Ensure you're on the Home area and click Record Narration.
2. Confirm the microphone settings and click OK.
3. Click Record and narrate your video.

After recording, if you need to cut any part of the narration, ensure the narrations tool is selected, move your cursor where you want to split, click Split, and remove unnecessary segments.

To add music, go to Home, then click Add Music. Choose Add Music at the current point to place it at your cursor's location.

Adding Visual Effects

For visual effects, go to the Visual Effects tab and apply options like black and white to a clip.

Creating Title and Credits Pages

To create a title page:

1. Click on Title and modify the text as desired.
2. Alternatively, use PowerPoint to create a custom title screen, save it as a JPEG, and import it into Movie Maker.

To add credits, click on Credits, and change the text as needed.

Saving Your Video

Once you're satisfied with your edits, save your project by navigating to the upper right corner and clicking the downward arrow next to Save. Choose for high-definition display, name your movie, and then save it.

This concludes our brief overview of Movie Maker. If you're interested in deeper dives on specifics, feel free to check out the links to the additional tutorial videos in the description. If you found this tutorial helpful, don't forget to give it a thumbs up and subscribe for more content!

Thank you for watching, and I hope to see you in the next video!

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Keywords

• Windows Movie Maker
• Video Editing
• Clips
• Transitions
• Text
• Narration
• Music
• Visual Effects
• Saving Projects

FAQ

1. How do I add videos or photos to Windows Movie Maker?

• Click on Home, then select Add Videos and Photos, navigate to your files, and open them.

2. Can I cut clips after I’ve added them?

• Yes, you can cut clips by positioning your cursor, selecting Edit, then Split.

3. How do I add a caption or title to my video?

• Click on Caption, type your desired text, modify it as needed, and drag it to your preferred location.

4. Can I add music to my video?

• Absolutely! Navigate to Home, click Add Music, and select the music track you want to include.

5. How do I save my edited video?

• Click the downward arrow in the upper right corner and select Save for high-definition display. Name your video and save it.