Adding text to your videos effectively enhances your message, provides context, or creates captivating titles and subtitles. Whether creating a personal video, a business presentation, or a social media post, iMovie makes adding text to your videos easy. With its intuitive interface and user-friendly tools, you can quickly and easily add text to your videos on your Mac, iPhone, or iPad.
In this blog post, we’ll guide you through adding text to your videos using iMovie on various devices. We’ll also address some frequently asked questions and provide tips to help you create professional-looking videos easily. Let’s learn how to add text to your videos in iMovie!
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How to Add Text to iMovie on a Mac
How to Add Text in iMovie on iPhone
How to Add Text to iMovie on a Mac
Adding text to your videos in iMovie on a Mac is straightforward. With just a few clicks, you can add titles, captions, and credits, making your videos more engaging and informative.
Here are the steps to add text to an iMovie on a Mac:
Step 1: Open iMovie on your Mac and select the project you want to add text to.
Step 2: Click the “Titles” button in the top menu bar.
Click the Titles Button
Step 3: Choose a title style from the available options or create a custom title by selecting “Custom.”
Choose a Title Style
Step 4: Drag and drop the selected title style onto the desired position in your video timeline.
Placing the Text in the Middle
Step 5: Double-click on the title in the timeline to edit its text, font, color, and size.
Step 6: Adjust the duration of the title by dragging the edges of the title in the timeline.
Step 7: Preview your video to ensure the text appears as intended.
Preview Your Video
Step 8: Save your changes and export your video.
How to Add Text in iMovie on iPhone
iMovie on your iPhone allows you to easily add text to your videos on the go. Whether you’re creating a quick social media post or a more elaborate video project, adding text is a breeze.
Follow these steps to add text in iMovie on an iPhone.
Step 1: Open the iMovie app on your iPhone and select the project you want to edit.
Open iMovie
Step 2: Tap on the “+” button and select “Titles.”
Step 3: Select a title style from the available options.
Choose the Title Style
Step 4: Tap on the title to edit the text, font, color, and size.
Step 5: Drag the title to the desired location in your video timeline.
Step 6: Adjust the duration of the title by dragging the edges of the title in the timeline.
Step 7: Preview your video to ensure the text appears as intended.
Step 8: Save your changes and export your video.
Bonus Tip – Add Caption to Video with CapUp
As an alternative to iMove, CapUp can also add subtitles to videos, making it particularly suitable for adding captivating subtitles with emojis, sound effects, and animations to short videos such as Instagram reels, YouTube shorts, and TikTok. By leveraging CapUp’s powerful AI capabilities, you can obtain dazzling captions within minutes and transform your content into viral videos.
Top Features of CapUp
- AI-powered caption generator that quickly generates accurate video subtitles.
- Utilizes advanced AI technology to analyze subtitles, creating captivating zoom effects, enriching visual impact, and engaging viewers.
- Enhances videos with outstanding sound effects, incorporating popular sounds and effects for an immersive viewing experience.
- Uses AI to match video subtitles with emojis, adding vibrancy and expressiveness to your content.
- Boosts viewer engagement and popularity by selecting captivating moments or stunning photos as custom video covers.
Here are the steps to add captions to short videos using CapUp:
Step 1: Log in to CapUp and easily upload your video by dragging and dropping it from your computer.
Log in and Upload the Video
Step 2: Select the language of the currently uploaded video from the drop-down menu. CapUp supports English, German, Spanish, French, Portuguese, and 12 other languages.
Select the Language that Matches Your Video
Step 3: Click on “Templates” and choose from various top influencer templates. Adjust the font, sound effects, emojis, and other parameters according to your preferences. Then, click on “Save as Template.”
Add Captions to Videos Automatically with AI
Step 4: Wait for a moment, and CapUp will automatically generate captions for you. Then, click on “Captions” and “Effects” to customize the font, emojis, sound effects, and animations for your captions.
CapUp Outstanding Sound Effects
Step 5: Enhance your video’s impact by uploading an attractive picture or selecting a satisfying frame from the video to add an appealing cover. Once you’re satisfied, click on “Export” to save the video.
Export the Video
Frequently Asked Questions about Adding Text to iMovie
1. Can I add text to a specific video part in iMovie?
You can add text to any part of your video by dragging the title to the desired location in the timeline.
2. How can I change the font, color, or text size in iMovie?
Double-click on the title in the timeline and use the formatting options to change the text’s font, color, and size.
3. Can I add multiple text overlays to my video in iMovie?
Yes, you can add as many text overlays as you like by repeating the process of adding titles to your video timeline.
Conclusion
Adding text to your videos in iMovie is a straightforward and effective way to enhance your message and engage your audience. Whether you’re using a Mac, iPhone, or iPad, iMovie provides a user-friendly interface and powerful tools to help you easily create professional-looking videos. By following the steps outlined in this blog post and experimenting with various title styles and formatting options, you can add text to your videos as quickly as a pro!
