How to Import and Edit Videos in Blender ?

To import and edit videos in Blender, you will use the Video Sequencer Editor (VSE). Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do it:

Importing Videos

1. Open Blender:

• Launch Blender and open a new project or an existing one.

1. Switch to Video Editing Workspace:

• At the top of Blender, switch to the “Video Editing” workspace. This layout is designed for video editing tasks.

1. Add Video Clips:

• In the Video Sequencer panel at the bottom, click Add > Movie or press Shift + A and choose Movie.
• Navigate to your video file(s) and click Add Movie Clip. The video will be added to the timeline.

Editing Videos

1. Basic Editing:

• Move: Select a strip and press G to move it.
• Cut: Select a strip, position the playhead where you want to cut, and press K to make a cut.
• Trim: Click and drag the ends of a strip to trim it.
• Delete: Select a strip and press X to delete it.

1. Transitions and Effects:

• Add Transitions: To add a transition, overlap two video strips, then select both strips, press Shift + A, and choose a transition (e.g., Crossfade).
• Add Effects: You can add effects like color grading, speed control, and more by selecting Add > Effect Strip.

1. Audio Editing:

• Audio tracks are imported along with video clips. You can adjust audio levels, add effects, and sync audio similarly to video strips.

Exporting the Edited Video

1. Set Output Properties:

• Go to the Output Properties tab (the printer icon) on the right.
• Set the resolution, frame rate, and output file format. Common formats include MP4 (Container: MPEG-4, Codec: H.264).

1. Choose Output Directory:

• In the Output section, click on the folder icon next to the output path and choose where you want to save the rendered video.

1. Render the Video:

• Go to the Render menu at the top and select Render Animation or press Ctrl + F12.
• Blender will render the video based on the sequence you’ve edited and save it to the specified output directory.