Windows 10 includes a built-in video editor that many users don’t know about. This hidden tool can be used to trim, split, merge, and add effects to your videos without the need for additional software. Here’s how you can use Windows 10’s hidden video editor:
Step 1: Open the Video Editor
To open the video editor, open the Photos app and select “Video Editor” from the “Create” menu at the top. Alternatively, you can search for “Video Editor” in the search bar on your taskbar.
Step 2: Import Your Video
Once the video editor is open, click on “New video project” and give your project a name. Then click on “Add” to import your video from your computer. You can also drag and drop your video file into the video editor.
Step 3: Trim Your Video
To trim your video, click on the video clip in your project and drag the sliders on either side of the video timeline to the point where you want to trim the video. You can also use the “Split” button to split your video into multiple clips and trim each one individually.
Step 4: Add Effects
To add effects to your video, click on the video clip in your project and select the “Filters” or “Text” tab at the top. You can add filters to change the look of your video, or add text overlays to add titles or captions.
Step 5: Add Music
To add music to your video, click on the “Music” tab at the top and select a song from your music library. You can also adjust the volume and duration of the music to fit your video.
Step 6: Export Your Video
Once you’re done editing your video, click on the “Finish video” button at the top and select the resolution and quality you want for your exported video. You can also choose to share your video directly to social media or save it to your computer.
Windows 10’s hidden video editor is a great tool for editing your videos without the need for additional software. With its simple interface and basic editing tools, you can quickly and easily create professional-looking videos. So next time you have a video to edit, give Windows 10’s hidden video editor a try!