Scene transitions replace hard cuts between clips with smooth, animated effects. They make your recording flow naturally from one section to the next — especially useful for tutorials and product demos where each segment covers a different topic.
Adding a Transition
- Place two clips next to each other on the timeline.
- Open the transition picker from the Add menu in the preview toolbar.
- Browse the available transitions in the grid layout.
- Click a transition to drop it between the two clips.
The transition appears as a small clip spanning the boundary between the two segments.
The Transition Inspector
Select a transition clip on the timeline to open its inspector. From here you can:
- Change the transition type — browse the grid and pick a different effect
- Adjust the duration — drag the edges of the transition clip or set the duration numerically
Tips
- Keep transitions short (0.3–0.5 seconds) for professional-looking results
- Use the same transition style throughout a video for consistency
- Not every cut needs a transition — use them at section boundaries rather than between every clip
Related Guides
- Timeline & Tracks — track types and timeline navigation
- Trimming & Splitting — cutting and rearranging clips