To add text between video clips in DaVinci Resolve, you'll insert a title clip onto the timeline and position it where you want the text to appear. Here's a breakdown of the process:
Adding a Text Title Between Clips
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Open the Effects Library: Navigate to the "Effects Library" within DaVinci Resolve. It's usually located at the top left of the screen.
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Locate Titles: In the Effects Library, find the "Titles" section.
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Choose a Title Template: Browse the available title templates. For a basic text overlay, select the "Text" title. You might also find other more complex titles that suit your needs.
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Drag and Drop onto the Timeline: Drag the chosen title template from the Effects Library onto the timeline between your video clips at the desired location. This will create a new title clip.
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Adjust Duration and Position: Like any other clip, you can adjust the duration of the title clip by dragging the edges. Position it precisely where you want it between your clips.
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Customize the Text: Select the title clip in the timeline. Go to the "Inspector" panel (usually at the top right of the screen). Here, you can modify the text content, font, size, color, and other properties of the title.
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Fine-Tune Appearance: Use the Inspector to further refine the text's appearance, including adding drop shadows, outlines, and other visual effects. You can also adjust its position on the screen within the video frame.
Example: Adding a Basic Text Title
Let's say you have two clips, "Clip A" and "Clip B," and you want to add the text "Transition Text" between them.
- Drag "Clip A" to the timeline.
- Drag "Clip B" to the timeline, positioning it after "Clip A."
- From the Effects Library, drag the "Text" title onto the timeline between "Clip A" and "Clip B."
- Adjust the length of the "Text" title clip to control how long the text is displayed.
- In the Inspector, change the text field to "Transition Text."
- Adjust the font, size, and color as desired.
By following these steps, you can seamlessly add text between clips in DaVinci Resolve to create engaging and informative videos.
