In this online resource we are going to look at some of the new tools in Adobe Express, known as 'Quick Actions'. The Activities will demonstrate a couple of the most popular quick actions and then allow you time to try using the other quick actions available.
Tip: Understand the difference between Trim video and Resize video quick actions.
- Trim video quick action shortens reels to just the relevant information.
- Resize video quick action helps in resizing a video file for social media platforms.
How to trim a video / short clip
Instructions
- On the Adobe Express homepage, under What do you want to make, select Video icon.
- Scroll down to the Quick Actions section and select Trim video.
- Upload a video from your device.
- Set Start Time and End Time.
- Select the screen Size of your choice.
- Optional: Select Mute for no sound output.
- Select Download. You can also select Open in Adobe Express to use the file in another project.
Resize a video for all social media platforms
Instructions
- On the Adobe Express homepage, under What do you want to make, select Video.
- Scroll down to the Quick Actions section and select Resize video.
- Browse and upload a video from your device.
- Use the dropdown menu to select auto-sizing for social media channels, or choose the custom option to set your own dimensions.
- Select the orientation and aspect ratio you would like to use, and then use the video scale slider to make final adjustments.
- Select Download. You can also select Open in Adobe Express to use the file in another project.
Now have a go yourself
Resources: what you are going to need
- Access to the internet and your login account/ Adobe Express work area.
- A laptop or desktop computer.
- Access to your own video clips.
Further Practice
Now practice using the other Quick actions options for videos. These include:
- Merging Videos.
- Converting to Gifs.
- Changing Speed.
- Converting to MP4.
- Reversing Videos.
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