Last Updated: November 21, 2025
Interface Overview
| Panel | Purpose | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Media Library | Import videos, photos, audio | Top left - drag to timeline or tap + to add |
| Preview Window | View your video | Center top - playback and preview edits |
| Timeline | Arrange clips, edit sequences | Bottom - horizontal video/audio tracks |
| Toolbar | Editing tools and features | Bottom (mobile) / Left side (desktop) |
| Effects Panel | Browse effects, transitions, text | Right side or bottom tabs |
| Audio Panel | Music, sounds, voiceover | Separate tab with music library and recorder |
| Text Panel | Add titles, captions, subtitles | Text tab with templates and customization |
| Export Panel | Export settings and resolution | Top right - resolution, frame rate, quality settings |
Keyboard Shortcuts (Desktop)
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
Space
|
Play/Pause |
I
|
Set In Point |
O
|
Set Out Point |
Ctrl + B
|
Split clip |
Delete / Backspace
|
Delete selected clip |
Ctrl + D
|
Duplicate clip |
Ctrl + C/V
|
Copy/Paste clip |
Ctrl + Z
|
Undo |
Ctrl + Y
|
Redo |
Ctrl + S
|
Save project |
Ctrl + E
|
Export video |
Ctrl + M
|
Add marker |
J / K / L
|
Rewind / Pause / Forward |
Left/Right Arrow
|
Move forward/back one frame |
Shift + Arrow
|
Move 5 frames |
Home / End
|
Go to start/end of timeline |
Ctrl + Plus/Minus
|
Zoom timeline in/out |
Shift + Z
|
Fit timeline to window |
Ctrl + K
|
Razor tool (split at playhead) |
V
|
Selection tool |
A
|
Select all clips |
Ctrl + A
|
Select all |
T
|
Add text |
Ctrl + Shift + E
|
Export frame as image |
Alt + Drag
|
Duplicate while dragging |
Ctrl + Shift + S
|
Save as new project |
Basic Editing Operations
| Operation | How To (Mobile) | How To (Desktop) |
|---|---|---|
| Import Media | Tap + or Album icon | Drag files to media library or Import button |
| Add to Timeline | Tap clip thumbnail | Drag to timeline |
| Trim Clip | Select clip → drag white handles | Drag clip edges on timeline |
| Split/Cut | Position playhead → Split | Ctrl+B or Scissors icon |
| Delete Clip | Select → Delete button | Select → Delete key |
| Duplicate | Select → Copy → Paste | Ctrl+D or Ctrl+C, Ctrl+V |
| Reorder Clips | Long press and drag | Click and drag on timeline |
| Speed Adjustment | Select → Speed → slider | Right-click → Speed |
| Reverse Clip | Select → Reverse | Right-click → Reverse |
| Freeze Frame | Select → Freeze | Right-click → Freeze frame |
| Volume Adjust | Select → Volume slider | Select clip → Volume in properties |
| Fade In/Out | Select → Animation → Fade | Select → Fade handles on timeline |
Transition Types
| Category | Popular Transitions | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | Dissolve, Fade, Cross Fade, Wipe | General use, smooth scene changes |
| Zoom | Zoom In, Zoom Out, Zoom Blur | Travel vlogs, dynamic cuts, energy |
| Slide | Slide Left/Right/Up/Down | Photo slideshows, montages |
| 3D | Cube, Flip, Rotate, Fold | Tech reviews, modern content |
| Blur | Blur In/Out, Radial Blur | Dreamy sequences, time passage |
| Glitch | RGB Split, Digital Glitch, Shake | Gaming, tech content, modern edits |
| Light | Flash, Light Leak, Rays | Upbeat content, transitions with energy |
| Mask | Circle wipe, Heart, Star shapes | Fun content, social media, TikTok |
| Distort | Stretch, Squeeze, Whirl | Creative transitions, experimental |
| Trending | Trending TikTok transitions | Viral content, staying current |
Video Effects
| Category | Effects | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Body Effects | Slim, Smooth Skin, Big Eyes, Face Reshape | Beauty enhancement, portrait videos |
| Video Effects | Glitch, VHS, Chromatic, Film Grain, Old Film | Aesthetic styles, vintage looks |
| Color Grading | Warm, Cool, Cinematic, B&W, Vintage | Color correction, mood setting |
| Blur | Background blur, Gaussian, Motion blur | Depth of field, focus subject |
| AI Effects | Auto captions, Background removal, Object removal | Professional edits with AI assistance |
| Overlay | Light leaks, Bokeh, Dust, Rain, Snow | Atmosphere, visual interest |
| Retro | VHS, 80s, Pixel, Arcade | Nostalgia, retro aesthetics |
| Trending | Current viral effects | Stay relevant on TikTok/Reels |
| Cartoon | Sketch, Cartoon, Comic book | Stylized content, creative looks |
Text & Captions
| Feature | Description | How To |
|---|---|---|
| Add Text | Basic text overlay | Text tab → Add text → Type and position |
| Text Templates | Pre-designed text styles | Text → Templates → Choose style |
| Auto Captions | AI-generated subtitles | Text → Auto captions → Select language → Generate |
| Text Animation | Entrance, emphasis, exit | Select text → Animation → Choose effect |
| Font Styles | Hundreds of fonts | Select text → Font → Browse or search |
| Text Effects | Shadow, outline, background | Text properties → Style → Customize |
| Color & Gradient | Text color options | Text → Color → Solid or Gradient |
| Text to Speech | AI voice reads text | Text → Text to Speech → Choose voice |
| Bubble Text | Speech bubble style | Text templates → Bubbles category |
| Typewriter Effect | Text appears letter by letter | Animation → Typing effect |
| Text Tracking | Follow moving object | Select text → Tracking → Track object |
Audio Editing
| Feature | Description | How To |
|---|---|---|
| Add Music | Background music from library | Audio → Sounds → Choose track or Import |
| Extract Audio | Remove audio from video | Select clip → Extract audio (separates to audio track) |
| Volume Adjustment | Change audio level | Select audio → Volume slider (0-200%) |
| Fade In/Out | Smooth audio transitions | Select audio → Fade → Adjust duration |
| Audio Separation | Isolate vocals or music | Select audio → Audio separation → Choose type |
| Beat Detection | Auto-mark beats | Audio → Beat → Auto detect (adds markers) |
| Voiceover | Record narration | Audio → Recording → Record button |
| Sound Effects | Add SFX from library | Audio → Effects → Browse categories |
| Noise Reduction | Remove background noise | Select audio → Noise reduction → Adjust strength |
| Audio Speed | Change playback speed | Select audio → Speed → Adjust (pitch can be maintained) |
| Audio Sync | Sync audio to video | Drag audio track to align or use waveform matching |
Stickers & Elements
| Category | Elements | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Animated Stickers | Emojis, icons, characters | Reactions, emphasis, fun elements |
| Shapes | Circles, squares, arrows, lines | Highlight, point, frame elements |
| Social Media | Like, subscribe, follow buttons | Call-to-action, engagement prompts |
| Trending | Popular TikTok/Reels stickers | Viral content, staying current |
| Countdowns | Timer overlays | Challenges, countdowns, suspense |
| Progress Bars | Loading, charging animations | Tech videos, tutorials, progress indication |
| Lower Thirds | Name tags, location labels | Interviews, professional content, credits |
| Frames & Borders | Picture frames, borders | Aesthetic enhancement, multiple clips |
Advanced Features
| Feature | Description | How To Use |
|---|---|---|
| Chroma Key | Green screen removal | Select clip → Cutout → Chroma key → Pick color |
| Keyframe Animation | Custom motion paths | Select element → Add keyframe → Move playhead → Change position/scale → Add keyframe |
| Masking | Show/hide portions | Effects → Mask → Draw shape or use presets |
| Stabilization | Smooth shaky footage | Select clip → Stabilization → Adjust strength |
| Speed Curves | Variable speed changes | Select clip → Speed → Curve → Draw custom speed graph |
| Auto Reframe | Smart crop for different ratios | Select clip → Auto reframe → Choose aspect ratio |
| Motion Tracking | Track moving objects | Add element → Tracking → Select object to track |
| Picture-in-Picture | Multiple video layers | Add clip above main → Overlay → Resize and position |
| Clone/Stamp | Remove unwanted objects | Effects → Remove → Clone or use AI object removal |
| Color Match | Match colors between clips | Select clip → Adjust → Color match → Select reference |
| Adjust Tab Features | Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Temperature, Tint, Fade, Sharpen, Vignette | Select clip → Adjust → Modify sliders |
Export Settings
| Setting | Options | Recommendations |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 720p, 1080p, 2K, 4K | 1080p for social media, 4K for YouTube/high quality |
| Frame Rate | 24, 30, 60 fps | 30fps standard, 60fps for smooth motion/gaming |
| Format | MP4, MOV | MP4 for compatibility, MOV for Apple ecosystem |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9, 9:16, 1:1, 4:5, 21:9 | 16:9 YouTube, 9:16 TikTok/Reels/Stories, 1:1 Instagram feed |
| Quality | 720p, 1080p, 2K, 4K, Smart HDR | 1080p balanced, higher for professional use |
| Bitrate | Standard, High | High for best quality (larger file size) |
| Save to | Camera roll, Files, Cloud | Files for editing, Camera roll for quick sharing |
Platform-Specific Export
| Platform | Resolution | Aspect Ratio | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| TikTok | 1080x1920 (1080p) | 9:16 (Vertical) | Up to 10 min (3 min recommended) |
| Instagram Reels | 1080x1920 (1080p) | 9:16 (Vertical) | Up to 90 seconds |
| Instagram Feed | 1080x1080 (1080p) | 1:1 (Square) | Up to 60 seconds |
| Instagram Stories | 1080x1920 (1080p) | 9:16 (Vertical) | 15 seconds per clip |
| YouTube | 1920x1080 or 3840x2160 | 16:9 (Landscape) | Unlimited (15 min default, verify for longer) |
| YouTube Shorts | 1080x1920 (1080p) | 9:16 (Vertical) | Up to 60 seconds |
| 1920x1080 (1080p) | 16:9 (Landscape) | Up to 240 min | |
| Twitter/X | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 16:9 (Landscape) | Up to 2:20 min |
| 1920x1080 (1080p) | 16:9 (Landscape) | Up to 10 min |
Mobile Gestures (Touch Interface)
| Gesture | Action |
|---|---|
| Tap clip | Select clip |
| Tap + drag | Move clip on timeline |
| Pinch on timeline | Zoom in/out timeline |
| Pinch on preview | Zoom preview (when clip selected) |
| Two-finger drag | Pan timeline |
| Long press clip | Pick up and move |
| Swipe left/right on clip | Fine scrubbing through clip |
| Tap playhead + drag | Scrub through timeline |
| Double tap clip | Open edit menu |
| Drag edge of clip | Trim/extend duration |
Common Workflows
| Project Type | Workflow Steps |
|---|---|
| TikTok/Reels | 1) Import clips 2) Add trending music 3) Cut to beat using beat markers 4) Add text/captions 5) Apply trending effects 6) Export 9:16, 1080p |
| YouTube Vlog | 1) Arrange A-roll clips 2) Cut out pauses 3) Add B-roll cutaways 4) Color grade all clips 5) Add music & SFX 6) Intro/Outro 7) Export 16:9, 1080p/4K |
| Tutorial Video | 1) Screen recording clips 2) Add voiceover 3) Add arrows/shapes to highlight 4) Zoom in on important parts 5) Add chapter text 6) Export 16:9, 1080p |
| Music Video | 1) Import footage + audio 2) Beat detect on music 3) Cut clips to beat 4) Add effects/filters 5) Color grade 6) Add lyrics as text 7) Export high quality |
| Product Review | 1) Main camera footage 2) Product close-ups (B-roll) 3) Add lower thirds with specs 4) Overlay comparison images 5) Background music 6) Export 16:9, 1080p |
Pro Tips & Tricks
| Tip | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Use Auto Captions | Accessibility + engagement (80% watch muted). Edit for accuracy after generation |
| Beat Sync | Use beat markers on music track, then split clips on beats for professional feel |
| Keyframe Everything | Animate position, scale, rotation, opacity for dynamic motion graphics |
| Color Grade Last | Edit first, then apply consistent color grading across all clips |
| Use Templates | Pre-made text/transition templates save time, maintain consistency |
| Layer Audio | Background music + SFX + voiceover = professional sound. Adjust volumes appropriately |
| J-Cut & L-Cut | Audio starts before/after video for smooth transitions (offset audio) |
| Save Drafts | Auto-save enabled but manually save important projects |
| Export High Quality | Export at highest quality, platform will compress. Better to start high |
| Use Overlay Track | Add PIP, text, stickers on overlay track above main video |
💡 Pro Tips:
- Use Auto Captions feature - it's incredibly accurate and saves hours of manual work
- Adjust caption timing by dragging caption clips on timeline for perfect sync
- Cut to the beat: Use beat detection on music, then align your cuts to beat markers
- Speed ramping: Use curve speed instead of constant speed for cinematic slow-motion
- Duplicate and flip for transitions: Reverse a clip and overlap for smooth motion
- Use masking to create custom shapes and reveals - great for creative transitions
- Color match feature ensures consistent look across clips from different cameras
- Freeze frame + zoom creates dramatic emphasis on important moments
- Background removal (AI) works on video, not just images - no green screen needed
- Export at higher resolution than needed - platforms compress, start with quality
- Use templates for consistent branding across videos (save custom text/effects)
- Desktop version syncs with mobile - start on phone, finish on computer