Whether you have made a movie, a promotional video, or a music video, you likely know that you need tight editing to put it all together properly. Good editing significantly increases the overall value of a production, but hiring editors can be very costly. A DIY approach can be much more cost-friendly, especially if you are good with technology, but what programs should you be using? In this article, we will look at some of the best video editing software available.
What Can I Do with Video Editing Software?
With video editing software, you can do more than splice together multiple takes to create a coherent scene or video. You can create different file formats for your video, add transitions and other effects, and more. Depending on the software you choose, you can even add objects to your video or offer special effects such as subtitles, menus, and picture-in-picture. So, without further ado, let's take a look at some of the top programs on the market right now for video editing.
Cyber Link PowerDirector
This program offers numerous features, including support for 3D and Ultra High Definition. It is incredibly easy to use and doesn't slow down your PC, yet it is packed with features. There is even a feature called Easy Editing that streamlines the editing process when you are looking to do simple tasks, as well as the traditional editor for more involved or more effect-heavy editing.
Apple Final Cut Pro X
If you are running a Mac, this program is hard to beat. There are tons of features that make it ideal for everyone from the novice video maker to the pro, and the easy to use interface makes sure that you can get the job done without an advanced degree in the computer sciences. The software offers multicam editing as well as XML import and export, making it ideal for video editing for Mac users.
Adobe Premiere Elements
Much like PowerDirector, there are multiple modes to this program. You can choose Quick editing mode or Expert editing mode, depending on what you are looking to accomplish. While this program doesn't offer Ultra High Def or 3D support, it is incredibly easy to use and really does have a ton of useful features. It is also one of very few video editing programs that will run on either a PC or Mac's OS X. It offers both video and audio editing as well as motion tracking and even the ability to auto-share a video to social media sites and YouTube.
A Final Note
The right program for your video editing will depend on your needs and the specific features that you are looking for. All three of the options presented here offer high quality and a vast range of features to make the video editing process simpler. Whether you have a Mac or a PC, there are a couple of options on this list for you to choose from, as well as many competing programs available on the market.
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