YouTube: 3 good video tools for cutting and editing
With the following three tools you can edit and edit your YouTube videos comfortably on your PC.
The all-in-one solution: Free Studio
With Free Studio you get an extensive collection of tools for editing YouTube videos.
- In the "Editors" area you have various options to edit your video. With the "Free Video Editor" you can, for example, cut videos very easily.
- When your video is ready, you can upload it to YouTube directly from the program in the "Uploader" area. To do this, you have to store your YouTube access data in the program.
The onboard solution: Windows Movie Maker
Windows Movie Maker is very well suited for easy editing of videos. In addition to numerous effects, the video tool also has presets for YouTube.
- If you import a video into the program, you will find numerous editing tools in the "Edit" area. If you have recorded the video yourself, you can reduce blur with "Video Stabilization".
- If you want to merge several videos, you can add animations to the transitions.
- Windows Movie Maker allows direct export to YouTube. In the "Share" area, your video will land directly on the video portal. The program takes care of the format by itself. You just have to specify the resolution.
YouTube video editing for professionals: Lightworks
With Lightworks you get a powerful video tool on your PC.
- With Lightworks you cut your YouTube videos and add effects. For this purpose, the program creates so-called edits, which are presented in a kind of film strip. Gradually assemble your video from the "containers" and add effects in the same way.
- You can export your finished videos directly to the YouTube format in the program.
- Lightworks Pro: In the free version of Lightworks you only export your videos in the sizes 240p, 360p, 480p and 720p. For 1080p you need to purchase Lightworks Pro.
Another practical tip shows you how to share your YouTube video privately with friends.