How to Create Custom Titles in Final Cut Pro X [2023 Update]

How to Add Titles in Final Cut Pro X

Benjamin Arango

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

We add text titles to our projects to tell the audience something they can’t figure out on their own, such as the title of our program, the name of the person speaking, or technical details about a subject.

This is a basic tutorial about Apple Final Cut Pro X, professional video editing software. However, if video editing is new to you, consider Wondershare Filmora for Mac . This is a powerful but easy-to-use tool for users just starting out. Download the free trial version below.

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Final Cut Pro X has almost 200 different text effects that we can add, but the process of adding titles is essentially the same. Adding titles is what this article is about.

DEFINITIONS

Just to keep us all on the same page, here are my definitions of key terms related to text:

Text or titles. Words placed on the screen. I use these terms interchangeably.
Superimpose. Text displayed on the the screen with other video below it. These are also called “supers” or “keys.”
Full-screen. Text which occupies the entire screen.
Lower-third. Text which fits below a person talking; in the “lower-third” of the screen.
Info-graphics. Full-screen text which is superimposed on a graphic, generally used to convey technical information. Typical uses are sports statistics or other information which is easier to convey using text than having someone read the words.

JUST THE BASICS

I’d like to introduce “Yertle,” he’s a sea turtle and the star of this article. (Footage courtesy of Jim Walker and Lobsters Gone Wild Productions.)

At its simplest, we use titles to display his (its?) name.

In the Timeline, put the playhead where you want a title to appear and type Shift+Control+T. This inserts the default lower-third title at the position of the playhead. The title, like almost all titles, has a default duration of 10:00 seconds.

Look at the Browser and see the results of your work. A lower-third title is superimposed over the video in the lower left corner. (I’ll talk about formatting the text in a few paragraphs.)

NOTE: The big limitation of this lower-third title is that it can only be positioned in the left corner. Moving it to the center or right corner requires manual adjustment.

You position or trim a title the same as any video clip: drag the clip to a different location, or drag an edge to change its duration.

Select that title and delete it by pressing the Delete key.

This time, type Control+T and the default full-screen title appears in the center of the screen. Again, this has a default duration of 10 seconds.

If you look right in the center of the screen, you’ll see the word “Title.” Yes, its darn near invisible. And, yes, it looks, um, ugly. However, we have a TON of formatting control to make this look however we want.

Select and delete that full-screen title.

There’s one more way to apply a title: dragging from the Titles Browser.

Click the Title icon in the Toolbar. This displays the contents of the Title Browser. The column on the left displays title categories, the icons on the right indicate individual titles, the search box at the bottom allows you to search for specific titles by name, while the number in the lower right indicates the number of titles currently displayed. (Your number may not match mine because I’ve added a few custom titles to my system.)

Let’s add a totally ridiculous title to our turtle - drag Clouds from the Title Browser and place it above the clip at the point where you want a title to appear.

NOTE: I’m using a marker in the Timeline to help me find the same place in a clip so my screen shots are consistent. Markers are not needed in any way for titles.

Um, yeah. So, some titles look more professional than others… You can delete this title now.

So, we:

Add titles using keyboard shortcuts
Drag titles from the Title Browser
Change position by dragging the title
Change duration by dragging the edge of the clip
Delete a title by selecting it and pressing the Delete key

CHANGING TEXT

Add a new full-screen title (type Control+T) to the Timeline. To change the text in a title, double-click it in the Viewer. Here, I’ve changed my title to “An Undersea Adventure.”

NOTE: We can also change the text using the Inspector. I’ll show you how in a few paragraphs. Pick whichever method is easiest for you.

All text, in any title, can be changed by double-clicking it in the Viewer to select it, then typing the new text you want to use.

FORMATTING TEXT

You can format any text that you can select. This means that you can format entire phrases, words, or individual letters differently. For this article, I will format everything the same, because once you know how this works, you can experiment on your own.

Here, I selected my entire title and opened the Inspector (shortcut Cmd+4). Click the Text tab at the top. This section of the Inspector allows you to format the text.

NOTE: The text box near the top of the panel is the second place you can select text for formatting.

If you want a fast way to format text, click the word “Normal” at the top. This displays a menu filled with different text formats. Some of these formats look pretty dreadful; the rest look worse.

NOTE: You can create your own text styles. Refer to the Help for information on how.

The Basic section of the Inspector allows you to change fonts, size, alignment… all the standard font settings we see in other programs. Here, I’ve changed the font to Hobo Std, at 167 points.

While many of these settings you already know there are a few you may not:

Line spacing. Adjusts the vertical distance between lines within the same paragraph.
Tracking. Adjusts the horizontal spacing between letters.
Baseline. Adjusts the vertical spacing of text compared to the horizontal line running thru the center of the white circle in the Viewer.

The Face section allows us to change font color, opacity and blue. Outline and Glow allows us to add, not surprisingly, outlines and glows. You can adjust these as you see fit - I tend not to add outlines or glows.

However, I STRONGLY recommend adding drop shadows to all text that you want viewers to read. Video, even HD video, is low resolution compared to print. Drop shadows make your text much easier to read. These are the settings I recommend for drop shadows.

After making a few changes in the Inspector, here’s the final result. Very cool - and very different from where we started!

ACTION SAFE/TITLE SAFE ZONES

Since television was first invented, we needed to compensate for the differences in TV sets by designing graphics to stay within Action Safe and Title Safe boundaries.

While much of today’s video is designed for the web, your titles will look the best if you follow the same guidelines.

Titles015

Go to the Switch in the Viewer and select “Show Action Safe/Title Safe Zones.”

This displays two pale rectangles in the frame. The outer rectangle is called “Action Safe,” the inner one is called “Title Safe.” Action Safe is 5% in from all edges; Title Safe is 10% in from all edges.

When designing text and graphics for the web, keep all essential elements inside the outer rectangle. When designing graphics and text for broadcast or cable, keep all essential elements inside the inner rectangle.

Here, for example, notice that my title is fully contained within Action Safe.

SUMMARY

Titles give our programs character and personality, plus they explain what’s going on to the audience. Final Cut Pro X provides a wealth of formatting options to make our text look great.

Benjamin Arango

Benjamin Arango is a writer and a lover of all things video.

Follow @Benjamin Arango

Benjamin Arango

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Download Mac Version ](https://tools.techidaily.com/wondershare/filmora/download/ )

Final Cut Pro X has almost 200 different text effects that we can add, but the process of adding titles is essentially the same. Adding titles is what this article is about.

DEFINITIONS

Just to keep us all on the same page, here are my definitions of key terms related to text:

Text or titles. Words placed on the screen. I use these terms interchangeably.
Superimpose. Text displayed on the the screen with other video below it. These are also called “supers” or “keys.”
Full-screen. Text which occupies the entire screen.
Lower-third. Text which fits below a person talking; in the “lower-third” of the screen.
Info-graphics. Full-screen text which is superimposed on a graphic, generally used to convey technical information. Typical uses are sports statistics or other information which is easier to convey using text than having someone read the words.

JUST THE BASICS

I’d like to introduce “Yertle,” he’s a sea turtle and the star of this article. (Footage courtesy of Jim Walker and Lobsters Gone Wild Productions.)

At its simplest, we use titles to display his (its?) name.

Look at the Browser and see the results of your work. A lower-third title is superimposed over the video in the lower left corner. (I’ll talk about formatting the text in a few paragraphs.)

NOTE: The big limitation of this lower-third title is that it can only be positioned in the left corner. Moving it to the center or right corner requires manual adjustment.

You position or trim a title the same as any video clip: drag the clip to a different location, or drag an edge to change its duration.

Select that title and delete it by pressing the Delete key.

This time, type Control+T and the default full-screen title appears in the center of the screen. Again, this has a default duration of 10 seconds.

Select and delete that full-screen title.

There’s one more way to apply a title: dragging from the Titles Browser.

Let’s add a totally ridiculous title to our turtle - drag Clouds from the Title Browser and place it above the clip at the point where you want a title to appear.

NOTE: I’m using a marker in the Timeline to help me find the same place in a clip so my screen shots are consistent. Markers are not needed in any way for titles.

Um, yeah. So, some titles look more professional than others… You can delete this title now.

So, we:

Add titles using keyboard shortcuts
Drag titles from the Title Browser
Change position by dragging the title
Change duration by dragging the edge of the clip
Delete a title by selecting it and pressing the Delete key

CHANGING TEXT

Add a new full-screen title (type Control+T) to the Timeline. To change the text in a title, double-click it in the Viewer. Here, I’ve changed my title to “An Undersea Adventure.”

NOTE: We can also change the text using the Inspector. I’ll show you how in a few paragraphs. Pick whichever method is easiest for you.

All text, in any title, can be changed by double-clicking it in the Viewer to select it, then typing the new text you want to use.

FORMATTING TEXT

Here, I selected my entire title and opened the Inspector (shortcut Cmd+4). Click the Text tab at the top. This section of the Inspector allows you to format the text.

NOTE: The text box near the top of the panel is the second place you can select text for formatting.

NOTE: You can create your own text styles. Refer to the Help for information on how.

The Basic section of the Inspector allows you to change fonts, size, alignment… all the standard font settings we see in other programs. Here, I’ve changed the font to Hobo Std, at 167 points.

While many of these settings you already know there are a few you may not:

Line spacing. Adjusts the vertical distance between lines within the same paragraph.
Tracking. Adjusts the horizontal spacing between letters.
Baseline. Adjusts the vertical spacing of text compared to the horizontal line running thru the center of the white circle in the Viewer.

After making a few changes in the Inspector, here’s the final result. Very cool - and very different from where we started!

ACTION SAFE/TITLE SAFE ZONES

Since television was first invented, we needed to compensate for the differences in TV sets by designing graphics to stay within Action Safe and Title Safe boundaries.

While much of today’s video is designed for the web, your titles will look the best if you follow the same guidelines.

Titles015

Go to the Switch in the Viewer and select “Show Action Safe/Title Safe Zones.”

Here, for example, notice that my title is fully contained within Action Safe.

SUMMARY

Titles give our programs character and personality, plus they explain what’s going on to the audience. Final Cut Pro X provides a wealth of formatting options to make our text look great.

Benjamin Arango

Benjamin Arango is a writer and a lover of all things video.

Follow @Benjamin Arango

Benjamin Arango

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Download Mac Version ](https://tools.techidaily.com/wondershare/filmora/download/ )

Final Cut Pro X has almost 200 different text effects that we can add, but the process of adding titles is essentially the same. Adding titles is what this article is about.

DEFINITIONS

Just to keep us all on the same page, here are my definitions of key terms related to text:

Text or titles. Words placed on the screen. I use these terms interchangeably.
Superimpose. Text displayed on the the screen with other video below it. These are also called “supers” or “keys.”
Full-screen. Text which occupies the entire screen.
Lower-third. Text which fits below a person talking; in the “lower-third” of the screen.
Info-graphics. Full-screen text which is superimposed on a graphic, generally used to convey technical information. Typical uses are sports statistics or other information which is easier to convey using text than having someone read the words.

JUST THE BASICS

I’d like to introduce “Yertle,” he’s a sea turtle and the star of this article. (Footage courtesy of Jim Walker and Lobsters Gone Wild Productions.)

At its simplest, we use titles to display his (its?) name.

Look at the Browser and see the results of your work. A lower-third title is superimposed over the video in the lower left corner. (I’ll talk about formatting the text in a few paragraphs.)

NOTE: The big limitation of this lower-third title is that it can only be positioned in the left corner. Moving it to the center or right corner requires manual adjustment.

You position or trim a title the same as any video clip: drag the clip to a different location, or drag an edge to change its duration.

Select that title and delete it by pressing the Delete key.

This time, type Control+T and the default full-screen title appears in the center of the screen. Again, this has a default duration of 10 seconds.

Select and delete that full-screen title.

There’s one more way to apply a title: dragging from the Titles Browser.

Let’s add a totally ridiculous title to our turtle - drag Clouds from the Title Browser and place it above the clip at the point where you want a title to appear.

NOTE: I’m using a marker in the Timeline to help me find the same place in a clip so my screen shots are consistent. Markers are not needed in any way for titles.

Um, yeah. So, some titles look more professional than others… You can delete this title now.

So, we:

Add titles using keyboard shortcuts
Drag titles from the Title Browser
Change position by dragging the title
Change duration by dragging the edge of the clip
Delete a title by selecting it and pressing the Delete key

CHANGING TEXT

Add a new full-screen title (type Control+T) to the Timeline. To change the text in a title, double-click it in the Viewer. Here, I’ve changed my title to “An Undersea Adventure.”

NOTE: We can also change the text using the Inspector. I’ll show you how in a few paragraphs. Pick whichever method is easiest for you.

All text, in any title, can be changed by double-clicking it in the Viewer to select it, then typing the new text you want to use.

FORMATTING TEXT

Here, I selected my entire title and opened the Inspector (shortcut Cmd+4). Click the Text tab at the top. This section of the Inspector allows you to format the text.

NOTE: The text box near the top of the panel is the second place you can select text for formatting.

NOTE: You can create your own text styles. Refer to the Help for information on how.

The Basic section of the Inspector allows you to change fonts, size, alignment… all the standard font settings we see in other programs. Here, I’ve changed the font to Hobo Std, at 167 points.

While many of these settings you already know there are a few you may not:

Line spacing. Adjusts the vertical distance between lines within the same paragraph.
Tracking. Adjusts the horizontal spacing between letters.
Baseline. Adjusts the vertical spacing of text compared to the horizontal line running thru the center of the white circle in the Viewer.

After making a few changes in the Inspector, here’s the final result. Very cool - and very different from where we started!

ACTION SAFE/TITLE SAFE ZONES

Since television was first invented, we needed to compensate for the differences in TV sets by designing graphics to stay within Action Safe and Title Safe boundaries.

While much of today’s video is designed for the web, your titles will look the best if you follow the same guidelines.

Titles015

Go to the Switch in the Viewer and select “Show Action Safe/Title Safe Zones.”

Here, for example, notice that my title is fully contained within Action Safe.

SUMMARY

Titles give our programs character and personality, plus they explain what’s going on to the audience. Final Cut Pro X provides a wealth of formatting options to make our text look great.

Benjamin Arango

Benjamin Arango is a writer and a lover of all things video.

Follow @Benjamin Arango

Benjamin Arango

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Download Mac Version ](https://tools.techidaily.com/wondershare/filmora/download/ )

Final Cut Pro X has almost 200 different text effects that we can add, but the process of adding titles is essentially the same. Adding titles is what this article is about.

DEFINITIONS

Just to keep us all on the same page, here are my definitions of key terms related to text:

Text or titles. Words placed on the screen. I use these terms interchangeably.
Superimpose. Text displayed on the the screen with other video below it. These are also called “supers” or “keys.”
Full-screen. Text which occupies the entire screen.
Lower-third. Text which fits below a person talking; in the “lower-third” of the screen.
Info-graphics. Full-screen text which is superimposed on a graphic, generally used to convey technical information. Typical uses are sports statistics or other information which is easier to convey using text than having someone read the words.

JUST THE BASICS

I’d like to introduce “Yertle,” he’s a sea turtle and the star of this article. (Footage courtesy of Jim Walker and Lobsters Gone Wild Productions.)

At its simplest, we use titles to display his (its?) name.

Look at the Browser and see the results of your work. A lower-third title is superimposed over the video in the lower left corner. (I’ll talk about formatting the text in a few paragraphs.)

NOTE: The big limitation of this lower-third title is that it can only be positioned in the left corner. Moving it to the center or right corner requires manual adjustment.

You position or trim a title the same as any video clip: drag the clip to a different location, or drag an edge to change its duration.

Select that title and delete it by pressing the Delete key.

This time, type Control+T and the default full-screen title appears in the center of the screen. Again, this has a default duration of 10 seconds.

Select and delete that full-screen title.

There’s one more way to apply a title: dragging from the Titles Browser.

Let’s add a totally ridiculous title to our turtle - drag Clouds from the Title Browser and place it above the clip at the point where you want a title to appear.

NOTE: I’m using a marker in the Timeline to help me find the same place in a clip so my screen shots are consistent. Markers are not needed in any way for titles.

Um, yeah. So, some titles look more professional than others… You can delete this title now.

So, we:

Add titles using keyboard shortcuts
Drag titles from the Title Browser
Change position by dragging the title
Change duration by dragging the edge of the clip
Delete a title by selecting it and pressing the Delete key

CHANGING TEXT

Add a new full-screen title (type Control+T) to the Timeline. To change the text in a title, double-click it in the Viewer. Here, I’ve changed my title to “An Undersea Adventure.”

NOTE: We can also change the text using the Inspector. I’ll show you how in a few paragraphs. Pick whichever method is easiest for you.

All text, in any title, can be changed by double-clicking it in the Viewer to select it, then typing the new text you want to use.

FORMATTING TEXT

Here, I selected my entire title and opened the Inspector (shortcut Cmd+4). Click the Text tab at the top. This section of the Inspector allows you to format the text.

NOTE: The text box near the top of the panel is the second place you can select text for formatting.

NOTE: You can create your own text styles. Refer to the Help for information on how.

The Basic section of the Inspector allows you to change fonts, size, alignment… all the standard font settings we see in other programs. Here, I’ve changed the font to Hobo Std, at 167 points.

While many of these settings you already know there are a few you may not:

Line spacing. Adjusts the vertical distance between lines within the same paragraph.
Tracking. Adjusts the horizontal spacing between letters.
Baseline. Adjusts the vertical spacing of text compared to the horizontal line running thru the center of the white circle in the Viewer.

After making a few changes in the Inspector, here’s the final result. Very cool - and very different from where we started!

ACTION SAFE/TITLE SAFE ZONES

Since television was first invented, we needed to compensate for the differences in TV sets by designing graphics to stay within Action Safe and Title Safe boundaries.

While much of today’s video is designed for the web, your titles will look the best if you follow the same guidelines.

Titles015

Go to the Switch in the Viewer and select “Show Action Safe/Title Safe Zones.”

Here, for example, notice that my title is fully contained within Action Safe.

SUMMARY

Titles give our programs character and personality, plus they explain what’s going on to the audience. Final Cut Pro X provides a wealth of formatting options to make our text look great.

Benjamin Arango

Benjamin Arango is a writer and a lover of all things video.

Follow @Benjamin Arango

DVD Magic: Transforming Your Home Videos Into Cinematic Masterpieces

How to Create Home DVDs with Best Movie Making Software

Liza Brown

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Life is beautiful but time flies. To memorize those moments you don’t want to forget, making a home movie may be a good idea. The following paragraphs concerns on how to easily make touching DVD movies with Wondershare Filmora . These two programs are award-winning movie maker software with thousands of loyal users. Having universal compatibility with virtually any digital camcorder or file format, they enable you to weave all your favorite photos and video to DVD quickly and easily.

Part 1: Make a Home Movie with Filmora

Wondershare Filmora is a easy-to-use home video editing software with special editing features. With it, you can seamlessly stitch together video clips, music & text, apply effects to get a professional-looking home movie in minutes. Here is how:

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1. Import and add media files

To make a home movie using Wondershare Filmora (originally Wondershare Video Editor), first you need to import videos, photos and audio to the album for later use. After running the software, choose 16:9 or 4:3 ratio, and a window like below will pop up. Click Import to select videos, audio and photos from your computer.

2. Edit and personalize your home movie

Video Editor enables you to easily personalize the movie.

To customize title, drag and drop a title template to the position you want it to show up and customize it.
To apply effects, choose from 50+ video effects, select it and apply to your photos/videos instantly.
To add PIP, choose one from the template or your own photo collection and drag to the PIP Timeline. Here, you can also easily create Picture-in-Picture effect.
To add transitions, drag and drop a transition template to the video/photo, or right click it to Apply to All.
To add intro/credit, pick up your desired template, drag it between every two clips.

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After making the home movie, click the “Export” button on the middle right of the program window, you’ll have plenty of options to export the movie. For example, you can save it on your computer or upload to YouTube, as well as burn it to DVD.

You see it’s that easy to make home DVD movies with the three DVD movie makers. Choose one according to your need and make a movie right now!

You may also like: Best Free DVD Player Software >>

Liza Brown

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Liza Brown

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Part 1: Make a Home Movie with Filmora

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1. Import and add media files

2. Edit and personalize your home movie

Video Editor enables you to easily personalize the movie.

To customize title, drag and drop a title template to the position you want it to show up and customize it.
To apply effects, choose from 50+ video effects, select it and apply to your photos/videos instantly.
To add PIP, choose one from the template or your own photo collection and drag to the PIP Timeline. Here, you can also easily create Picture-in-Picture effect.
To add transitions, drag and drop a transition template to the video/photo, or right click it to Apply to All.
To add intro/credit, pick up your desired template, drag it between every two clips.

Download Mac Version ](https://tools.techidaily.com/wondershare/filmora/download/ )

You see it’s that easy to make home DVD movies with the three DVD movie makers. Choose one according to your need and make a movie right now!

You may also like: Best Free DVD Player Software >>

Liza Brown

Liza Brown is a writer and a lover of all things video.

Follow @Liza Brown

Liza Brown

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Part 1: Make a Home Movie with Filmora

Download Mac Version ](https://tools.techidaily.com/wondershare/filmora/download/ )

1. Import and add media files

2. Edit and personalize your home movie

Video Editor enables you to easily personalize the movie.

To customize title, drag and drop a title template to the position you want it to show up and customize it.
To apply effects, choose from 50+ video effects, select it and apply to your photos/videos instantly.
To add PIP, choose one from the template or your own photo collection and drag to the PIP Timeline. Here, you can also easily create Picture-in-Picture effect.
To add transitions, drag and drop a transition template to the video/photo, or right click it to Apply to All.
To add intro/credit, pick up your desired template, drag it between every two clips.

Download Mac Version ](https://tools.techidaily.com/wondershare/filmora/download/ )

You see it’s that easy to make home DVD movies with the three DVD movie makers. Choose one according to your need and make a movie right now!

You may also like: Best Free DVD Player Software >>

Liza Brown

Liza Brown is a writer and a lover of all things video.

Follow @Liza Brown

Liza Brown

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Part 1: Make a Home Movie with Filmora

Download Mac Version ](https://tools.techidaily.com/wondershare/filmora/download/ )

1. Import and add media files

2. Edit and personalize your home movie

Video Editor enables you to easily personalize the movie.

To customize title, drag and drop a title template to the position you want it to show up and customize it.
To apply effects, choose from 50+ video effects, select it and apply to your photos/videos instantly.
To add PIP, choose one from the template or your own photo collection and drag to the PIP Timeline. Here, you can also easily create Picture-in-Picture effect.
To add transitions, drag and drop a transition template to the video/photo, or right click it to Apply to All.
To add intro/credit, pick up your desired template, drag it between every two clips.

Download Mac Version ](https://tools.techidaily.com/wondershare/filmora/download/ )

You see it’s that easy to make home DVD movies with the three DVD movie makers. Choose one according to your need and make a movie right now!

You may also like: Best Free DVD Player Software >>

Liza Brown

Liza Brown is a writer and a lover of all things video.

Follow @Liza Brown

Best 5 Aspect Ratio Calculators Online

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Have you noticed how certain old movies play with black padding on either side of the screen while watching the television?

With this guide of the best five aspect ratio calculators online we’ve put together for you, you cannot go wrong!

Part 1 Part 1: Typical Aspect Ratios and Sizes of Screens and Videos

An aspect ratio is a measurement representing the ratio between the width and height of a screen or a video. It determines the length of your video or screen. Not only screens and videos, but you can use the concept also in images.

And, it is written as ‘x:y’ where ‘x’ is the width and ‘y’ is the height.

There isn’t any one-size-fits-all when we need to use the video aspect ratios. Aspect ratios are generally selected based on where the video will post, how it will be visible, and what aim it usually serves.

Videos utilized for social media will vary from trailers shows or movies shown in theaters. There are common aspect ratios for modern televisions, but broadcasters can consider using the aspect ratio that operates great with their audience and content.

Since most videos showcase through standard online video platforms, custom aspect ratios are not commonly used.

Here are a few standard aspect ratios that you can use for live streaming and other video creation:

16:9

A 16:9 aspect ratio represents a wide rectangle. It is also called “1.71:1,” the most accessible form of the ratio, mathematically speaking.

This ratio is mainly used in video creation and streaming and is considered the international standard format for cinema and television.

Many also tend to use this highly famous aspect ratio on their sites.

It is also more cost-effective to use screens compatible with this ratio instead of their predecessors. The standardization of computer monitors and televisions saved producers both the money and time spent in the research field.

One of the ideal resolutions you can use with a 16:9 aspect ratio is 4Kor 3840 pixels by 2160 pixels.

1:1

The 1:1 video aspect ratio is one of the ideal squares used with square television sets.

It is much less in demand but usually visible on social media platforms like Facebook or Instagram.

Many cameras still have a square setting even though it’s not the most commonly used aspect ratio.

4:3

The 4:3 aspect ratio was the general screen size for computer monitors and televisions before 16:9 and 16:10. The reason for the switch was the HDTV birth. It’s because the 16:9 and 16:10 aspect ratios allow for better resolutions than 4:3 do.

This aspect ratio was still considered for Apple iPads until they released the 2018 iPad Pro.

3:2

The 3:2 aspect ratio was primarily seen in classic 35 mm still photography still used on tablets, laptops, and various game consoles in the handheld form.

Many micro- to medium-sized cameras still use the 3:2 aspect ratio settings, but broadcasters rarely use it today.

21:9

The 21:9 aspect ratios have a pretty specific purpose. It is often called cinematic widescreen or ultra-widescreen.

It is also helpful for films with an anamorphic format. Anamorphic format videos create an optical illusion that offers a 360-degree view.

You are likely to look for the videos with this aspect ratio in notable museums, theme parks, theaters, and the like.

9:16

A 9:16 aspect ratio is for tall videos. This aspect ratio became famous after the launch of smartphones with video capabilities.

For instance, the optimal measure for an Instagram story is 1080 px by 1920 px, and thus its ratio comes out as 9:16. The same goes for other famous apps with “story” features, including Snapchat and Facebook.

This makes sense because the iPhone camera’s video setting can record footage in both 16:9 and 9:16.

Part 2 How Do I Know the Aspect Ratio of My Video?

Most cameras with video capabilities are available with various aspect ratio settings. This helps you decide which aspect ratio you’d like your video to have before recording it.

If you are looking to determine the aspect ratio of a video already shot, you can easily access additional information for the file.

The information button is a small “i” in a circle on Mac. Move on to right-click a file and select “Properties“ on your PC.

It may give you the actual width and height of the video, but you can divide the two to find the aspect ratio.

However, you don’t need to hassle as we’ll enlist the best five aspect ratio calculators online below.

01Calculate Aspect Ratio

Our first pick-in aspect ratio calculator online is used simply by entering Common Presets. Then, there are tabs where you can enter Ratio Width, Ratio Height, Pixels Width, and Pixels Height.

It can help determine the aspect ratio of both the images and the videos.

Pros

Good user interface

Simple tabs for inputs

Fast loading speed

Cons

Pretty confusing for beginners to know which inputs to enter

02Digital Rebellion Aspect Ratio Calculator

Again, here’s an aspect ratio calculator online that is pretty straightforward than the one on the previous list. It helps you identify both the pixel dimensions and aspect ratios of the images and videos.

You’re only required to enter your inputs in Calculate and Preset tab to get Resolution as outcomes.

Pros

It can also be used to calculate pixel dimensions

Interactive user interface

No ads

Cons

Pretty confusing when it comes to entering Preset

03Toolstud Aspect Ratio Calculator

This aspect ratio calculator online is the simplest on our list as you’re only required to enter the Width-Height of an image or screen whose aspect ratio needs to be calculated.

Plus, the best part is that it gives you the detailed analysis of Calculation in terms of Size, Aspect Ratio, Angle of Diagonal, and Length of Diagonal etc.

Pros

Detailed calculation

Only needs to enter width and height

Simple user interface

Cons

A bit slow in processing

04Aspect Ratio Calculator

Again, this is the most straightforward aspect ratio calculator online with fewer complexities than others on the list. You must enter your desired width for an image or a video to get the outcome as an idea; height is a must to maintain that height.

Or, you can enter both the width and height to know the aspect ratio, dimensions, and mode.

Pros

Detailed calculation

Easy to calculate

A guide on how to use it

Cons

Slow user interface

05Calculator Online

You need to enter width and height within this tool and select among the common ratios to know the aspect ratio. However, it’s pretty unknown and confusing whether it’s applicable on both the images and videos or not.

Pros

Interactive user interface

With a guide on how to use

Various options

Cons

Display ads

Part 3 How Can I Change the Aspect Ratio of an Image Online?

You need to select among the aspect ratio calculator mentioned above online or go for the particular one for images.

Here, we’ll use Kapwing to resize the image dimensions within its editor.

Step 1: Visit Kapwing official website as follows

Go to https://www.kapwing.com/tools/resize-image

Step 2: Enter its editor

Now, you’re within its editor. Upload your image, which needs to change in terms of aspect ratio.

Step 3: Select output

Now, you need to choose the output. Make sure you haven’t selected the image to do this. There’s an output size on the left panel, which you can choose among 1:1, 9:16, 16:9, 5:4, and 4:5, and custom size.

Part 4 How to Change the Aspect Ratio in Filmora/Filmora Pro?

Wondershare Filmora - Best Video Editor for Mac/Windows

Try It Free Try It Free

5,481,435 people have downloaded it.

Build unique custom animations without breaking a sweat.

Focus on creating epic stories and leave the details to Filmora’s auto features.

Start a creative adventure with drag & drop effects and endless possibilities.

Filmora simplifies advanced features to save you time and effort.

Filmora cuts out repetition so you can move on to your next creative breakthrough.

To permanently change the aspect ratio, you need a video editor or converter as one of the best aspect ratio calculators online.

Here, we’d like to recommend a significant aspect ratio changer - Wondershare Filmora Video Editor , which allows you to create both the 4:3, 9:16, 16:9, and 1:1 aspect ratio videos quite simply. You can conveniently share the created videos on YouTube, Apple TV, Vimeo, and mobile devices.

The Filmora also assists you in changing the project aspect ratio after launching the video editor program. Hit the drop-down tab and go through the 16:9, 1:1, 9:16, 4:3, and 21:9 aspect ratios to select among.

Key Takeaways from This Episode

● A complete overview of aspect ratio calculators.

● Understanding 5 best aspect ratio calculators.

● An ideal aspect ratio calculator to permanently change the video’s aspect ratio.

Try It Free Try It Free

Have you noticed how certain old movies play with black padding on either side of the screen while watching the television?

With this guide of the best five aspect ratio calculators online we’ve put together for you, you cannot go wrong!

Part 1 Part 1: Typical Aspect Ratios and Sizes of Screens and Videos

And, it is written as ‘x:y’ where ‘x’ is the width and ‘y’ is the height.

Since most videos showcase through standard online video platforms, custom aspect ratios are not commonly used.

Here are a few standard aspect ratios that you can use for live streaming and other video creation:

16:9

A 16:9 aspect ratio represents a wide rectangle. It is also called “1.71:1,” the most accessible form of the ratio, mathematically speaking.

This ratio is mainly used in video creation and streaming and is considered the international standard format for cinema and television.

Many also tend to use this highly famous aspect ratio on their sites.

One of the ideal resolutions you can use with a 16:9 aspect ratio is 4Kor 3840 pixels by 2160 pixels.

1:1

The 1:1 video aspect ratio is one of the ideal squares used with square television sets.

It is much less in demand but usually visible on social media platforms like Facebook or Instagram.

Many cameras still have a square setting even though it’s not the most commonly used aspect ratio.

4:3

This aspect ratio was still considered for Apple iPads until they released the 2018 iPad Pro.

3:2

The 3:2 aspect ratio was primarily seen in classic 35 mm still photography still used on tablets, laptops, and various game consoles in the handheld form.

Many micro- to medium-sized cameras still use the 3:2 aspect ratio settings, but broadcasters rarely use it today.

21:9

The 21:9 aspect ratios have a pretty specific purpose. It is often called cinematic widescreen or ultra-widescreen.

It is also helpful for films with an anamorphic format. Anamorphic format videos create an optical illusion that offers a 360-degree view.

You are likely to look for the videos with this aspect ratio in notable museums, theme parks, theaters, and the like.

9:16

A 9:16 aspect ratio is for tall videos. This aspect ratio became famous after the launch of smartphones with video capabilities.

This makes sense because the iPhone camera’s video setting can record footage in both 16:9 and 9:16.

Part 2 How Do I Know the Aspect Ratio of My Video?

Most cameras with video capabilities are available with various aspect ratio settings. This helps you decide which aspect ratio you’d like your video to have before recording it.

If you are looking to determine the aspect ratio of a video already shot, you can easily access additional information for the file.

The information button is a small “i” in a circle on Mac. Move on to right-click a file and select “Properties“ on your PC.

It may give you the actual width and height of the video, but you can divide the two to find the aspect ratio.

However, you don’t need to hassle as we’ll enlist the best five aspect ratio calculators online below.

01Calculate Aspect Ratio

It can help determine the aspect ratio of both the images and the videos.

Pros

Good user interface

Simple tabs for inputs

Fast loading speed

Cons

Pretty confusing for beginners to know which inputs to enter

02Digital Rebellion Aspect Ratio Calculator

You’re only required to enter your inputs in Calculate and Preset tab to get Resolution as outcomes.

Pros

It can also be used to calculate pixel dimensions

Interactive user interface

No ads

Cons

Pretty confusing when it comes to entering Preset

03Toolstud Aspect Ratio Calculator

This aspect ratio calculator online is the simplest on our list as you’re only required to enter the Width-Height of an image or screen whose aspect ratio needs to be calculated.

Plus, the best part is that it gives you the detailed analysis of Calculation in terms of Size, Aspect Ratio, Angle of Diagonal, and Length of Diagonal etc.

Pros

Detailed calculation

Only needs to enter width and height

Simple user interface

Cons

A bit slow in processing

04Aspect Ratio Calculator

Or, you can enter both the width and height to know the aspect ratio, dimensions, and mode.

Pros

Detailed calculation

Easy to calculate

A guide on how to use it

Cons

Slow user interface

05Calculator Online

Pros

Interactive user interface

With a guide on how to use

Various options

Cons

Display ads

Part 3 How Can I Change the Aspect Ratio of an Image Online?

You need to select among the aspect ratio calculator mentioned above online or go for the particular one for images.

Here, we’ll use Kapwing to resize the image dimensions within its editor.

Step 1: Visit Kapwing official website as follows

Go to https://www.kapwing.com/tools/resize-image

Step 2: Enter its editor

Now, you’re within its editor. Upload your image, which needs to change in terms of aspect ratio.

Step 3: Select output

Part 4 How to Change the Aspect Ratio in Filmora/Filmora Pro?

Wondershare Filmora - Best Video Editor for Mac/Windows

Try It Free Try It Free

5,481,435 people have downloaded it.

Build unique custom animations without breaking a sweat.

Focus on creating epic stories and leave the details to Filmora’s auto features.

Start a creative adventure with drag & drop effects and endless possibilities.

Filmora simplifies advanced features to save you time and effort.

Filmora cuts out repetition so you can move on to your next creative breakthrough.

To permanently change the aspect ratio, you need a video editor or converter as one of the best aspect ratio calculators online.

Key Takeaways from This Episode

● A complete overview of aspect ratio calculators.

● Understanding 5 best aspect ratio calculators.

● An ideal aspect ratio calculator to permanently change the video’s aspect ratio.

Try It Free Try It Free

Have you noticed how certain old movies play with black padding on either side of the screen while watching the television?

With this guide of the best five aspect ratio calculators online we’ve put together for you, you cannot go wrong!

Part 1 Part 1: Typical Aspect Ratios and Sizes of Screens and Videos

And, it is written as ‘x:y’ where ‘x’ is the width and ‘y’ is the height.

Since most videos showcase through standard online video platforms, custom aspect ratios are not commonly used.

Here are a few standard aspect ratios that you can use for live streaming and other video creation:

16:9

A 16:9 aspect ratio represents a wide rectangle. It is also called “1.71:1,” the most accessible form of the ratio, mathematically speaking.

This ratio is mainly used in video creation and streaming and is considered the international standard format for cinema and television.

Many also tend to use this highly famous aspect ratio on their sites.

One of the ideal resolutions you can use with a 16:9 aspect ratio is 4Kor 3840 pixels by 2160 pixels.

1:1

The 1:1 video aspect ratio is one of the ideal squares used with square television sets.

It is much less in demand but usually visible on social media platforms like Facebook or Instagram.

Many cameras still have a square setting even though it’s not the most commonly used aspect ratio.

4:3

This aspect ratio was still considered for Apple iPads until they released the 2018 iPad Pro.

3:2

The 3:2 aspect ratio was primarily seen in classic 35 mm still photography still used on tablets, laptops, and various game consoles in the handheld form.

Many micro- to medium-sized cameras still use the 3:2 aspect ratio settings, but broadcasters rarely use it today.

21:9

The 21:9 aspect ratios have a pretty specific purpose. It is often called cinematic widescreen or ultra-widescreen.

It is also helpful for films with an anamorphic format. Anamorphic format videos create an optical illusion that offers a 360-degree view.

You are likely to look for the videos with this aspect ratio in notable museums, theme parks, theaters, and the like.

9:16

A 9:16 aspect ratio is for tall videos. This aspect ratio became famous after the launch of smartphones with video capabilities.

This makes sense because the iPhone camera’s video setting can record footage in both 16:9 and 9:16.

Part 2 How Do I Know the Aspect Ratio of My Video?

Most cameras with video capabilities are available with various aspect ratio settings. This helps you decide which aspect ratio you’d like your video to have before recording it.

If you are looking to determine the aspect ratio of a video already shot, you can easily access additional information for the file.

The information button is a small “i” in a circle on Mac. Move on to right-click a file and select “Properties“ on your PC.

It may give you the actual width and height of the video, but you can divide the two to find the aspect ratio.

However, you don’t need to hassle as we’ll enlist the best five aspect ratio calculators online below.

01Calculate Aspect Ratio

It can help determine the aspect ratio of both the images and the videos.

Pros

Good user interface

Simple tabs for inputs

Fast loading speed

Cons

Pretty confusing for beginners to know which inputs to enter

02Digital Rebellion Aspect Ratio Calculator

You’re only required to enter your inputs in Calculate and Preset tab to get Resolution as outcomes.

Pros

It can also be used to calculate pixel dimensions

Interactive user interface

No ads

Cons

Pretty confusing when it comes to entering Preset

03Toolstud Aspect Ratio Calculator

This aspect ratio calculator online is the simplest on our list as you’re only required to enter the Width-Height of an image or screen whose aspect ratio needs to be calculated.

Plus, the best part is that it gives you the detailed analysis of Calculation in terms of Size, Aspect Ratio, Angle of Diagonal, and Length of Diagonal etc.

Pros

Detailed calculation

Only needs to enter width and height

Simple user interface

Cons

A bit slow in processing

04Aspect Ratio Calculator

Or, you can enter both the width and height to know the aspect ratio, dimensions, and mode.

Pros

Detailed calculation

Easy to calculate

A guide on how to use it

Cons

Slow user interface

05Calculator Online

Pros

Interactive user interface

With a guide on how to use

Various options

Cons

Display ads

Part 3 How Can I Change the Aspect Ratio of an Image Online?

You need to select among the aspect ratio calculator mentioned above online or go for the particular one for images.

Here, we’ll use Kapwing to resize the image dimensions within its editor.

Step 1: Visit Kapwing official website as follows

Go to https://www.kapwing.com/tools/resize-image

Step 2: Enter its editor

Now, you’re within its editor. Upload your image, which needs to change in terms of aspect ratio.

Step 3: Select output

Part 4 How to Change the Aspect Ratio in Filmora/Filmora Pro?

Wondershare Filmora - Best Video Editor for Mac/Windows

Try It Free Try It Free

5,481,435 people have downloaded it.

Build unique custom animations without breaking a sweat.

Focus on creating epic stories and leave the details to Filmora’s auto features.

Start a creative adventure with drag & drop effects and endless possibilities.

Filmora simplifies advanced features to save you time and effort.

Filmora cuts out repetition so you can move on to your next creative breakthrough.

To permanently change the aspect ratio, you need a video editor or converter as one of the best aspect ratio calculators online.

Key Takeaways from This Episode

● A complete overview of aspect ratio calculators.

● Understanding 5 best aspect ratio calculators.

● An ideal aspect ratio calculator to permanently change the video’s aspect ratio.

Try It Free Try It Free

Have you noticed how certain old movies play with black padding on either side of the screen while watching the television?

With this guide of the best five aspect ratio calculators online we’ve put together for you, you cannot go wrong!

Part 1 Part 1: Typical Aspect Ratios and Sizes of Screens and Videos

And, it is written as ‘x:y’ where ‘x’ is the width and ‘y’ is the height.

Since most videos showcase through standard online video platforms, custom aspect ratios are not commonly used.

Here are a few standard aspect ratios that you can use for live streaming and other video creation:

16:9

A 16:9 aspect ratio represents a wide rectangle. It is also called “1.71:1,” the most accessible form of the ratio, mathematically speaking.

This ratio is mainly used in video creation and streaming and is considered the international standard format for cinema and television.

Many also tend to use this highly famous aspect ratio on their sites.

One of the ideal resolutions you can use with a 16:9 aspect ratio is 4Kor 3840 pixels by 2160 pixels.

1:1

The 1:1 video aspect ratio is one of the ideal squares used with square television sets.

It is much less in demand but usually visible on social media platforms like Facebook or Instagram.

Many cameras still have a square setting even though it’s not the most commonly used aspect ratio.

4:3

This aspect ratio was still considered for Apple iPads until they released the 2018 iPad Pro.

3:2

The 3:2 aspect ratio was primarily seen in classic 35 mm still photography still used on tablets, laptops, and various game consoles in the handheld form.

Many micro- to medium-sized cameras still use the 3:2 aspect ratio settings, but broadcasters rarely use it today.

21:9

The 21:9 aspect ratios have a pretty specific purpose. It is often called cinematic widescreen or ultra-widescreen.

It is also helpful for films with an anamorphic format. Anamorphic format videos create an optical illusion that offers a 360-degree view.

You are likely to look for the videos with this aspect ratio in notable museums, theme parks, theaters, and the like.

9:16

A 9:16 aspect ratio is for tall videos. This aspect ratio became famous after the launch of smartphones with video capabilities.

This makes sense because the iPhone camera’s video setting can record footage in both 16:9 and 9:16.

Part 2 How Do I Know the Aspect Ratio of My Video?

Most cameras with video capabilities are available with various aspect ratio settings. This helps you decide which aspect ratio you’d like your video to have before recording it.

If you are looking to determine the aspect ratio of a video already shot, you can easily access additional information for the file.

The information button is a small “i” in a circle on Mac. Move on to right-click a file and select “Properties“ on your PC.

It may give you the actual width and height of the video, but you can divide the two to find the aspect ratio.

However, you don’t need to hassle as we’ll enlist the best five aspect ratio calculators online below.

01Calculate Aspect Ratio

It can help determine the aspect ratio of both the images and the videos.

Pros

Good user interface

Simple tabs for inputs

Fast loading speed

Cons

Pretty confusing for beginners to know which inputs to enter

02Digital Rebellion Aspect Ratio Calculator

You’re only required to enter your inputs in Calculate and Preset tab to get Resolution as outcomes.

Pros

It can also be used to calculate pixel dimensions

Interactive user interface

No ads

Cons

Pretty confusing when it comes to entering Preset

03Toolstud Aspect Ratio Calculator

This aspect ratio calculator online is the simplest on our list as you’re only required to enter the Width-Height of an image or screen whose aspect ratio needs to be calculated.

Plus, the best part is that it gives you the detailed analysis of Calculation in terms of Size, Aspect Ratio, Angle of Diagonal, and Length of Diagonal etc.

Pros

Detailed calculation

Only needs to enter width and height

Simple user interface

Cons

A bit slow in processing

04Aspect Ratio Calculator

Or, you can enter both the width and height to know the aspect ratio, dimensions, and mode.

Pros

Detailed calculation

Easy to calculate

A guide on how to use it

Cons

Slow user interface

05Calculator Online

Pros

Interactive user interface

With a guide on how to use

Various options

Cons

Display ads

Part 3 How Can I Change the Aspect Ratio of an Image Online?

You need to select among the aspect ratio calculator mentioned above online or go for the particular one for images.

Here, we’ll use Kapwing to resize the image dimensions within its editor.

Step 1: Visit Kapwing official website as follows

Go to https://www.kapwing.com/tools/resize-image

Step 2: Enter its editor

Now, you’re within its editor. Upload your image, which needs to change in terms of aspect ratio.

Step 3: Select output

Part 4 How to Change the Aspect Ratio in Filmora/Filmora Pro?

Wondershare Filmora - Best Video Editor for Mac/Windows

Try It Free Try It Free

5,481,435 people have downloaded it.

Build unique custom animations without breaking a sweat.

Focus on creating epic stories and leave the details to Filmora’s auto features.

Start a creative adventure with drag & drop effects and endless possibilities.

Filmora simplifies advanced features to save you time and effort.

Filmora cuts out repetition so you can move on to your next creative breakthrough.

To permanently change the aspect ratio, you need a video editor or converter as one of the best aspect ratio calculators online.

Key Takeaways from This Episode

● A complete overview of aspect ratio calculators.

● Understanding 5 best aspect ratio calculators.

● An ideal aspect ratio calculator to permanently change the video’s aspect ratio.

Ai Driven Video Production

2024 Approved How to Create Custom Titles in Final Cut Pro X 2023 Update

How to Create Custom Titles in Final Cut Pro X [2023 Update]

How to Add Titles in Final Cut Pro X

Benjamin Arango

DEFINITIONS

JUST THE BASICS

CHANGING TEXT

FORMATTING TEXT

ACTION SAFE/TITLE SAFE ZONES

SUMMARY

Benjamin Arango

DEFINITIONS

JUST THE BASICS

CHANGING TEXT

FORMATTING TEXT

ACTION SAFE/TITLE SAFE ZONES

SUMMARY

Benjamin Arango

DEFINITIONS

JUST THE BASICS

CHANGING TEXT

FORMATTING TEXT

ACTION SAFE/TITLE SAFE ZONES

SUMMARY

Benjamin Arango

DEFINITIONS

JUST THE BASICS

CHANGING TEXT

FORMATTING TEXT

ACTION SAFE/TITLE SAFE ZONES

SUMMARY

Top 5 Best Free FLV Video Editors

Top 5 Best Free FLV Video Editors

Ollie Mattison

Top 5 Best Free FLV Video Editors

1. Movica

2. Free Video Dub

3. Video Toolbox

4. Any Video Converter

5. VSDC Video Editor

Ollie Mattison

Top 5 Best Free FLV Video Editors

1. Movica

2. Free Video Dub

3. Video Toolbox

4. Any Video Converter

5. VSDC Video Editor

Ollie Mattison

Top 5 Best Free FLV Video Editors

1. Movica

2. Free Video Dub

3. Video Toolbox

4. Any Video Converter

5. VSDC Video Editor

Ollie Mattison

Top 5 Best Free FLV Video Editors

1. Movica

2. Free Video Dub

3. Video Toolbox

4. Any Video Converter

5. VSDC Video Editor

DVD Magic: Transforming Your Home Videos Into Cinematic Masterpieces

How to Create Home DVDs with Best Movie Making Software

Liza Brown

Part 1: Make a Home Movie with Filmora

1. Import and add media files

2. Edit and personalize your home movie

3. Save and share the movie

Liza Brown

Part 1: Make a Home Movie with Filmora

1. Import and add media files

2. Edit and personalize your home movie

3. Save and share the movie

Liza Brown

Part 1: Make a Home Movie with Filmora

1. Import and add media files

2. Edit and personalize your home movie

3. Save and share the movie

Liza Brown