Gemini: Using templates in Google Vids

Demo summary
The user selects a pre-made video template and shows how to modify its various elements and pop-up timings.
Step-by-step
- Select a template from the available library
- Place the template into the video timeline
- Crop or adjust existing background music to align with the new template
- Select individual elements within the template to edit or remove them
- Drag elements to reposition them within the frame
- Adjust the timing of element pop-ups by moving them along the timeline
Options
- Remove specific lines or graphic elements
- Add new elements to the existing template
- Stretch out the duration of specific elements
Tips
- Adjust the timing of when specific elements appear to control the flow of the video
All demos from “How to Use Google Vids for Fast Online Video Creation”
2:402:33Upload media and edit text in Google VidsThe user uploads a video file of dogs to Google Vids and demonstrates how to add, edit, and adjust the timing of text overlays on the timeline.Gemini· AI Video Editor
5:131:26Add images and animations in Google VidsThe demonstrator inserts a secondary image into the project and applies 'zoom in' and 'wiggle' animations to the visual elements.Gemini· AI Video Editor
6:391:21Insert and manage audio in Google VidsThe user uploads an MP3 file and shows how to position the audio track on the timeline alongside existing video audio.Gemini· AI Video Editor
8:000:31Split and trim video clips in Google VidsThe video shows how to use the playhead and right-click menu to split a scene and delete unwanted segments to crop the video.Gemini· AI Video Editor
8:310:28Add shapes and formatting in Google VidsThe demonstrator inserts a smiley face shape and explores the formatting and animation options available for vector elements.Gemini· AI Video Editor
9:422:02Using templates in Google VidsCurrentThe user selects a pre-made video template and shows how to modify its various elements and pop-up timings.Gemini· AI Video Editor
14:071:13Exporting video from Google VidsThe demonstrator shows the process of exporting the final project as an MP4 file and downloading it to the desktop.Gemini· AI Video Editor- Watch “How to Use Google Vids for Fast Online Video Creation” →
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2:240:50Insert and style text in Google VidsThe user shows how to add a title, edit the text content, and use the menu bar to change font color, weight, and alignment.Dean Stokes - Tech Tutorials
3:140:25Adjust scene duration on the timelineThe demonstration shows how to click and drag the handles of a scene in the Google Vids timeline to trim or extend its duration.Dean Stokes - Tech Tutorials
5:020:38Crop video clips in Google VidsThe user demonstrates selecting a video on the canvas and using the crop tool from the top menu bar to adjust the visible area of the footage.Dean Stokes - Tech Tutorials
6:002:17Animate objects and manage exit behaviorsThe video shows how to apply entrance animations like 'slide' and 'fade' to text and video, including how to set separate enter/exit animations to keep objects on screen.Dean Stokes - Tech Tutorials
8:440:37Stagger animation timing with Show TimingThe creator uses the 'Show Timing' button to reveal individual object tracks on the timeline and drags them to stagger when different elements appear.Dean Stokes - Tech Tutorials
10:410:39Add and adjust scene transitionsThe demonstration shows how to click the transition button between scenes to add a 'dissolve' effect and modify its duration.Dean Stokes - Tech Tutorials
2:240:42Navigating the Google Vids sidebarThe presenter walks through the sidebar interface of Google Vids, showing where to access the recording studio, AI voiceovers, Veo video generation, and stock assets.Google Workspace
3:060:51Editing scenes in the Google Vids timelineA demonstration of the scene-based editor in Google Vids, showing how to use the playhead, add new scenes via the plus icon, delete scenes, and reorder them using drag-and-drop.Google Workspace
7:510:27Add captions and text overlays in Google VidsThe creator shows how to apply different caption styles and add custom text overlays to a video project.Paul J Lipsky
1:540:32Edit existing AI video with text promptsKevin shows how to modify a previously generated video by typing a prompt to change a sunny scene into a nighttime scene using Gemini Omni's iterative editing.@KevinStratvert
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