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Use Elements to highlight or hide content in your videos.

TL;DR

1
Open Elements
Click Elements or Insert in your video editor.
2
Select Video Section
Choose the part of the video to highlight.
3
Add Shapes
Insert a square and an arrow to highlight.
4
Customize Shapes
Adjust and style your shapes using the toolbar.
5
Add Zoom Effect
Click the zoom element and adjust the timeline.
6
Adjust Elements
Modify positions in the playback area.
7
Hide Content
Use the blur element to hide unwanted content.

Let's Do It Together!

Step 1: Open Elements

  1. Open your video editor.

  2. Click Elements on the left, or click Insert at the top.

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Step 2: Select Video Section

  1. Select a part of your video that you'd like to highlight.

  2. For example, highlight the pop-up window in this section.

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Step 3: Add Shapes to Highlight

  1. Add shapes to highlight the window.

  2. Add a square to create a border around the window.

  3. Add an arrow to point to the window.

NOTE: To duplicate shapes
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Step 4: Customize Shapes

  1. Click and drag the adjustable buttons to shape your elements.

  2. Use the toolbar at the top to customize your elements.

  3. Change the arrowhead for the arrow and smooth the corners using the corner radius for the square shape.

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Step 5: Add Zoom Effect

  1. Add a zoom by clicking the zoom element on the left.

  2. Adjust the shape length on the timeline by clicking the element bar in the playback area.

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Step 6: Adjust Elements

  1. Click the element in the playback area to adjust it in the toolbar.

  2. For the zoom effect, click the Zoom mode button and select Manual.

  3. Click the position button to adjust where the action is happening.

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Step 7: Readjust Shapes

  1. If needed, readjust your shapes by clicking them and using the adjustable window.

  2. Ensure everything lines up correctly.

  3. Drag the bars as needed to align elements.

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Step 8: Hide Content

  1. To hide content, click the blur element.

  2. Click and drag to adjust the shape as needed.

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Troubleshooting

Elements are overlapping each other. How do I fix this?
1. Right-click on the element in the Timeline you would like to adjust and select "Layer". 2. If you want the element on top, select "Bring forward" or "Bring to front" 3. If you want the element to be under, select "Send backward" or "Send to back"

FAQ

Can I copy the elements on the timeline?
Yes, just right-click on the element you would like copy and select "Duplicate". NOTE: You can only duplicate Static elements
Can I align my elements?
Yes, just right-click on the element you would like copy and select "Align".

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