Add Transitions to Videos

Stitch multiple clips together by adding transitions to video
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Elevate your video with smooth transitions

Figuring out how to seamlessly combine multiple video clips can be complicated. This task is simplified when you add transitions between the clips to create one smooth, flowing experience for your audience. Use a fade transition to indicate time passing or a cross dissolve effect to transition into the next scene. With over 70 modern transitions to choose from in Kapwing, it's easy to make your videos look professional and keep viewers engaged.

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How to Add Transitions to Video

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  1. Upload multiple video clips
    First, upload at least two video clips directly from your computer or by pasting the videos’ URL links. Alternatively, you can upload one video and split it into multiple parts.
  2. Add transitions
    Browse the Transitions library to find the right transition you want. Drag and drop the video transition between two video clips in the timeline and adjust its speed as needed.
  3. Export and Share
    After you’ve made your final edits, export your video. Kapwing will process your video, then you can download it or share with the world!

Add Transitions to Video Online for Free

With Kapwing’s online video editor, adding transitions to video has never been easier. This all-in-one video-editing workspace allows you to drag and drop transition effects while always having control over its speed. Even better, you can combine your video transitions with different sound effects and animations all in one space.

To add transitions to your video, start by uploading at least two video clips to Kapwing directly from your computer or by pasting the videos’ URL links. Once you have them uploaded, open the Transitions tab in the left sidebar and browse the open library of 70+ video transitions. When you’ve found the right transition effect for your video, simply drag and drop it between two video clips in your timeline. Adjust the speed of your transition effect, and make any final edits you’d like.

Kapwing’s online video editor gives you an all-in-one workspace where you can make any other edits and effects you need like color correction, Text-to-Speech, and even Motion Tracking. Once you’re satisfied with your video, hit Export Video and you’re done! Kapwing will process your video, ready for you to download a file or share directly to social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and TikTok. If you want to share your video on an external site or another platform, Kapwing will also automatically generate a video URL link for you to use to share wherever.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How do you add a transition effect to a video?

Firstly, you’ll need a video editor that supports adding transition effects to a video. To add a transition effect to a video, you need at least two video clips that you want to stitch together. From there, you can add a transition effect between the two clips to connect them seamlessly and with style.

What is the best transition app?

Kapwing is voted the internet’s #1 video editor that supports transitions. While Kapwing is a powerful online video editor that can be used in your web browser, you can also download the app on Chromebook and Android devices. This all-in-one video-editing workspace includes countless editing tools and features such as transitions, text-to-speech, and auto-generated subtitles. No downloads, payments, or sign-ups needed to get started.

How do you make a transition on iPhone?

You can make a transition on iPhone by using a video editing app that provides video transitions. If you don’t have a video editing app, you can use Kapwing. Kapwing is a free online video editor you can access directly from your web browser. Whether you use Safari or Google Chrome on your iPhone, Kapwing is supported by all web browsers – ready for all your video editing needs and making a seamless transition on your iPhone.

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