Add and preview stock video in Google Vids

Demo summary
The user demonstrates how to search the stock library, preview a clip using the eyeball icon, and insert a video background into a scene.
Step-by-step
- Select Stock on the right-hand side menu
- Filter the search results by videos
- Type a keyword into the search bar
- Click the eyeball icon to preview a clip in its full length
- Click Insert to add the video to the scene
- Select Close on the stock panel to free up screen real estate
Options
- Add stock images, music, stickers, or GIFs instead of video
- Use the entire length of the video or just a portion
Tips
- Use the preview eyeball icon to ensure the clip is exactly what you want before inserting it
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