{"id":22932,"date":"2022-07-19T07:36:22","date_gmt":"2022-07-19T07:36:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/?p=22932"},"modified":"2022-07-19T07:36:22","modified_gmt":"2022-07-19T07:36:22","slug":"how-do-you-edit-youtube-videos-for-free","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/how-do-you-edit-youtube-videos-for-free","title":{"rendered":"How Do You Edit YouTube Videos For Free?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_43 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a3196ea27063\" class=\"cssicon\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a3196ea27063\"  class=\"cssiconcheckbox\">1<\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a3196ea27063\" ><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/how-do-you-edit-youtube-videos-for-free\/#How_Do_You_Edit_YouTube_Videos_For_Free\" title=\"How Do You Edit YouTube Videos For Free?\">How Do You Edit YouTube Videos For Free?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/how-do-you-edit-youtube-videos-for-free\/#Clipchamp\" title=\"Clipchamp\">Clipchamp<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/how-do-you-edit-youtube-videos-for-free\/#HitFilm_Express\" title=\"HitFilm Express\">HitFilm Express<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/how-do-you-edit-youtube-videos-for-free\/#YouTube_Studio\" title=\"YouTube Studio\">YouTube Studio<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/how-do-you-edit-youtube-videos-for-free\/#Screencast-O-Matic\" title=\"Screencast-O-Matic\">Screencast-O-Matic<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/how-do-you-edit-youtube-videos-for-free\/#PowerDirector\" title=\"PowerDirector\">PowerDirector<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_You_Edit_YouTube_Videos_For_Free\"><\/span>How Do You Edit YouTube Videos For Free?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/w43PgVo.jpg\" align=\"left\" alt=\"How do you edit YouTube videos for free\" style=\"margin:0px 10px; max-height:378px; width:auto; max-width:39% height:auto;\"> <\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking to make YouTube videos for free, you&#8217;ve probably wondered how you can edit them. You have a few different options. For example, you can use Clipchamp, HitFilm Express, YouTube Studio, or Screencast-O-Matic. Each of these programs has their pros and cons, and you can decide which one is best for you based on your needs. Then, download one of the free trials and see how it compares to the premium versions.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Clipchamp\"><\/span>Clipchamp<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;ve ever wanted to create and upload your own YouTube video, you probably want to know how to edit YouTube videos for free. This free video editing software allows you to do this using a computer, mobile phone, or cloud storage service. In this article, we&#8217;ll walk you through the process. Using Clipchamp is as easy as dragging and dropping your favorite video files into the timeline.<\/p>\n<p>Once you&#8217;ve finished editing your video, you can export it to various platforms, including YouTube and social media sites. It also supports saving videos as MP4 files. You can also use Clipchamp to export your finished video to multiple services, such as Facebook and Twitter. However, you should be aware that Clipchamp may ask you to relink files to keep your video safe. As with all video editing software, there are some limitations and you should always read the instructions before you make any major changes.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"HitFilm_Express\"><\/span>HitFilm Express<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you have a YouTube channel, you may want to try HitFilm Express for YouTube video editing. This free video editing software comes with a variety of features, making it a good option for those who want to create professional-looking videos. HitFilm Express is a popular choice for beginners and experienced users alike. In addition to a simple interface, this software offers several advanced features. Read on to learn more.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike most free video editing tools, HitFilm Express is free to download and use. It&#8217;s compatible with a variety of formats, ranging from 1080p to 4K. While the export process takes a while, it&#8217;s quick and easy to continue editing while your video is exporting. Many video editing tools require you to stop and wait for export to complete. This feature of HitFilm Express is convenient for those who don&#8217;t have the time to wait.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"YouTube_Studio\"><\/span>YouTube Studio<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you want to edit videos for YouTube, you should download the YouTube Studio app. The free app includes some advanced editing features, but its limitations are limited. There&#8217;s no need to create an account, and you can use it without a watermark. You can also export videos to 720p and add voice from your phone. However, you should keep in mind that some features like chroma key and picture-in-picture need to be purchased.<\/p>\n<p>YouTube Studio allows you to edit videos of different formats, including MOV, MP4 and web-m. You can upload your first clip, and then add more videos later. Before you start editing, you need to download the YouTube app. There, you can set the aspect ratio and canvas size. You can choose between preset sizes or customize it. You can also edit videos in 1080p and 720p resolution.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Screencast-O-Matic\"><\/span>Screencast-O-Matic<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>With a few clicks, you can add annotations, overlay text and images, and even record 15-minute video clips. It also includes direct integrations with popular social networks, making it easy to share screenshots. The app offers many benefits and is free to use. For example, you can record a video of a customer service call or a team meeting. Once you&#8217;ve finished recording, you can easily upload the video to YouTube and other video sharing websites.<\/p>\n<p>The free version of Screencast-O-Matic is limited in how long you can record videos, but it includes features that premium users will appreciate. You can add text and graphics, add auto-captions, and even import music. Unlike Screencast-O-Matic, Vmaker records videos with high quality, without watermarks. Screencast-O-Matic also enables you to add subtitles and captions. You can even add animated graphics to your videos, and save them as MP4 files.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PowerDirector\"><\/span>PowerDirector<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are several advantages to using PowerDirector for editing YouTube videos for free. This software lets you add subtitles, voiceovers, and basic text to your videos. You can even splice in a basic intro\/outro screen. The editor also comes with a range of built-in effects and filters. You can also use PowerDirector to create professional-looking videos. But how does it work? Let&#8217;s take a closer look at the software and why it&#8217;s so great for creating web-quality videos.<\/p>\n<p>The interface is intuitive and easy to learn. PowerDirector 365 includes advanced features such as multi-cam editing, keyframing, animated titles, 360-degree editing, green screen tools, and royalty-free stock library. The software even comes with tons of YouTube templates. With so many features, PowerDirector is an excellent choice for any YouTube video maker. 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