Clipchamp for students

 

What is Clipchamp?

Microsoft Clipchamp is an online video editor designed to make video creation easy for everyone, even for those with no prior editing experience.

Why should I use Clipchamp?

You have access to Clipchamp through your University of Glasgow Microsoft 365 subscription. It has a host of really useful features to make video recording and editing as easy as possible. It also has some exciting features like AI tools, a teleprompter and a stock media library. Have a look at the list of features below:

  • User-Friendly Interface: Clipchamp offers an intuitive, drag-and-drop interface that makes video editing accessible even for beginners

  • Comprehensive Editing Tools: It provides a wide range of editing features, including trimming, cropping, adding text, and applying filters and transitions

  • Stock Media Library: Access a vast library of stock videos, images, and audio to enhance your projects without needing external resources

  • AI-Powered Features: Utilize advanced AI tools like text-to-speech, automatic voiceovers, and background removal to streamline your editing process

  • Teleprompter: a tool that helps you read and draft scripts while recording videos. It can help you improve your presenting skills and video consistency

 
 
 
 
 
 

Access Clipchamp online (log in with your UofG credentials) 

Download Clipchamp and log in with your UofG credentials

 
 

Video editing

  • Video trimming: Cut, split, and arrange video clips

  • Video cropping: Crop videos

  • Video resizing: Resize videos

  • Transitions: Add transitions between video clips

  • Filters: Apply filters to videos

  • Text overlay: Add text to videos

  • Audio controls: Adjust audio levels

 
 
 
 
 
 

Screen recording

  • Screen capture: Screen record content from your laptop or computer, useful for teaching, demoing or presenting

  • Camera recording: Record with your built-in webcam

  • Auto-cue: This allows you to keep looking at the camera while reading from your script

 

 
 

AI-powered tools

  • Auto Captions: Automatically generate captions in over 140 languages

  • Text to speech: Convert written text to natural-sounding speech

  • Noise suppression: Reduce background noise, echoes, and mic static on noisy audio recordings

  • Auto compose: Suggest scenes, provide editing tips, and create storylines

 

 
 
 
 

Other features

Other features 

 

Subtitle generator, Green screen, Video overlay, GIF maker, Stickers and emojis, Audio visualizer, and Background removal.

 

Clipchamp also includes a stock library of video and audio files, as well as video templates.

 

 

 
 

Clipchamp basics

Follow along with the video below to work through the basics of content creation with Clipchamp: 

 

  1. Create a New Project: Start by opening Clipchamp in your browser or through the app. Click on the "Create a new video" button to begin a new project

  2. Import Media: Add your video files, images, and audio to the media library. You can drag and drop files from your computer or import them from cloud storage services like OneDrive, Google Drive, or Dropbop 

  3. Edit Your Video:

    • Trim and Split: Drag your media files to the timeline. Click on a clip to trim or split it by dragging the green bars or using the split tool

    • Add Text and Effects: Use the toolbar to add text, transitions, filters, and other effects to enhance your video

    • Adjust Settings: Modify the speed, color, and aspect ratio of your clips as needed

  4. Use Templates: If you’re new to video editing, you can start with one of Clipchamp’s templates. These templates are designed for various types of videos, from social media posts to professional presentations

  5. Export Your Video: Once you’re satisfied with your edits, click on the export button. Choose your desired resolution and format, then save the video to your computer or share it directly to social media platforms

 

Watch and learn: official Clipchamp playlist

 
 

Highlighted feature: Teleprompter

Clipchamp's teleprompter is a tool that helps users read and draft scripts while recording videos. It can help users improve their presenting skills and video consistency. 

These steps will show you how to find and use the teleprompter tool.

Step 1 - Click on the 'Record & Create' tab from the left hand menu

Step 2 - Select a recording option that includes a webcam

Step 3 - Click the 3 dots for 'More Options'

Step 4 - Select 'Teleprompter' from the drop-down menu to enable

 

Use the teleprompter by pasting your script into the box. There are manipulation tools for use within the Teleprompter from text speed, font size through to position on screen.