🎥 OpenShot Video Editor Tutorial

In this step-by-step tutorial, learn how you can edit videos using the OpenShot video editor. Open Shot is free and open source and allows you to edit videos with no watermarks.

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⌚ Timestamps
0:00 Introduction
1:13 Get OpenShot
1:55 Main interface
2:49 Import media to Project Files
3:49 Filter files
4:36 Preview files
5:05 Split clip
6:45 Add media to timeline
7:22 Save project
7:45 Adjust timeline zoom
9:01 Video preview
10:18 Snapping
11:12 Trim clips
12:06 Tracks & layers
13:52 Bulk import clips onto timeline
15:38 Razor, split, keep left & keep right
20:23 Shortcut keys
21:40 Transitions
23:17 Effects
24:45 Add remaining clips
25:27 Working with audio
28:40 Keyframes
32:24 Customize interface
33:45 Export video
35:39 Preview
36:12 Wrap up

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[speedfinder]

FINALLY! A video made for BEGINNERS. Youtube seems to be full of presentations made by people who have forgotten what it's like to learn a new skill. At last, someone who actually explains how to get started and not how to use an editor when you have been doing it for 15 years! Thanks for taking the trouble to explain the basics!

[MontanaTom]

I've watched a lot of tutorials, but this was outstanding. Your voice, clarity, precision, flow, everything is perfect! You made it so easy to understand, thank you!

[SportsBoss]

This is one of the best tutorials I've ever seen. You don't jump over things that you think people already know, you show us the various options we have to do things, and you don't jump around and confuse us. Clearly, you put a lot of work into this. It's very much appreciated! I'm now ready to tackle video editing. I've been confused, irritated, and lost before, but you've given me the confidence to try it. OpenShot seems to be the most straight forward software you can find. Thank you so much for this step-by-step tutorial!

[sclarkaz]

Best 36 minutes in recent memory. I did video editing 30 years ago and it was all 3/4" analog so digital editing was completely new. I've been piling up drone footage and knew I had to learn to edit again if i ever wanted anyone to see it. One short tuorial later I'm ready to start editing it.

[barrybegley]

Kevin: You Sir have a definite knack for teaching. The student can probably learn more in a little over half an hour watching one of your videos than they could by reading a manual on the subject for several hours. Another excellent concept that is unique to Your video is the fact that you have been generous enough to include a dozen files to practice with. Learn-by-doing. I couldn't agree more. Fantastic and educational video instruction. Many Thanks for a task very well executed. Barry Howard Begley.

[JONIJOHNSON]

Kevin is my go to person for all things video editing, Microsoft, and other technical questions. He is very thorough and explains things easily. As a college professor, I do not have a lot of time, so I appreciate his ability to get to the point quickly without sacrificing substance!

[davidtimperley]

Kevin this really is a great tutorial, clear and concise and one of the best intros for beginners with Openshot I have seen. Thank you for putting so much effort into producing a real teaching aid.

[briarwoodimp]

I was overwhelmed a couple hours ago when I finally decided to try editing my first video. Google is my best tool for overwhelm, and you are now the love of my life...in a granny loves you sort of a way! I watched one "beginner" video before yours, apparently created for beginners with a grasp of the lingo and some experience editing with other software, and was thoroughly disheartened, as I'd had that experience at so many points in the creating and filming process, being the generation just before computers came home and cell phones filled every hip pocket. I didn't know how I was going to ever learn these skills, but figured I'd try a few more videos before I gave up. Your instructions were so clear and following along, pausing and practicing on my own clips, was painless. I also notice that, now that I have the basic idea, the other features are at least somewhat intuitive. This is no small favor you just did me! It's a business changer. Thank you so so so much!

[ykpstech]

I have been using it since 9 months. Still ended up watching your video fully. I realised that you planned well and produced a nice tutorial. A good lesson on how to tutor.

[bluestarindustrialarts]

I absolutely LOVE teachers like you. Clear, concise, demonstrative. Great video thank you!!!

[mphdavidson]

One of the better tutorials I've ever seen. Takes the user through a complete workflow. Each section patiently explained at a reasonable pace. Even used labels for each section in the video if I need to review a particular subject. 10/10, thanks for this!

In a future video, could you go over how to use hardware acceleration? I'm on Windows 10 with a 3070 card, but I'm not sure if hardware acceleration is enabled or not.

[nailsdaysway]

I have seen tutorials on many programs, handyman projects and more. This is the clearest, most concise and best done of any I've ever watched. Thank you so very very much. You were totally prepared, not fumbling around and confusing the watcher like many do. You've a real God-given talent. Brad

[Wordchipper]

This has got to be the best tutorial I've ever watched on YouTube. I'm a long-time user of Adobe Premiere Elements and it appears that OpenShot does more and for free..super! Kevin does a fantastic job as a teacher...thanks!

[Stiv]

Kevin: Thanks for the clear audio, slow and careful movements so one can follow the cursor on the screen, the conciseness and thoroughness. Great Job!

[strictlypsyche]

Thanks, Kevin. You are an exceptional instructor! I have no questions to ask, since you answered every question I could have wanted to ask in such a smooth and easy fashion. Thanks again!

[rockkandyart]

This is one of the most useful tutorials I've seen on youtube. I'm transitioning from other software to this and open-shot seems way more user friendly. One thing I wanted to express is this: as I was going through the video I would ask what something was or why something was doing this or that, in my head, and every single time i asked the question, it was answered by you a moment later. Your teaching style is very thorough, and I was surprised at the amount of information there was in this short video. I am beyond appreciative and thankful for your hard work...you rock

[batchrocketproject]

Thanks for the excellent lesson Kevin. I generally find video editing software to be full of traps to catch those who don't spend hours learning and the youtube tutorials often seem to be by people who aren't really that familiar with the software. Everything here was explained brilliantly with the confidence of someone who really knows what their doing. Thanks again.

[yurikonushin]

Kevin, this tutorial is phenomemal! Including the videos to follow along is by far the best approach. After all, you learn best by doing. Keep up the good work!

[nomchompsky]

I've been using basic functions to create government meetings but this really helps me understand some real, usable features and done in a way I feel confident I can do. You've taught me a lot. And openshot is pretty amazing for amateur videography

[copernicofelinis]

Best introductory OpenShot tutorial I've seen so far. Kudos.