Slow-motion videos

Slow-motion effects can add a dynamic element to your videos, highlighting important details and creating engaging, visually appealing content. With Camtasia, making a video slower is quick and easy.
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How to make videos slow motion

Editing a video slower in Camtasia is straightforward and requires just a few steps:
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Step 1: Add your video and effect to the timeline
Start by importing your video into Camtasia. Drag your video file onto the timeline. Then, drag and drop the clip speed effect onto the media to start editing.
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Step 2: Adjust clip speed
Select the media with the clip speed applied and click the arrow on the bottom of the clip to open the Effects tray. Select Clip Speed in the Effects tray, and Drag the clip speed handles to adjust the clip speed. Or, adjust the clip speed in the Properties panel, which allows you to adjust the speed and duration of the video.
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Step 3: Refine audio settings
As the video slows down, the audio will also slow. If needed, you can mute the audio or adjust it to maintain the quality of your final product. Camtasia’s simple audio controls make it easy to create a seamless, polished video.

Benefits of using Camtasia to create slow-motion videos

Camtasia offers a range of features that make it the ideal tool for adding slow-motion effects to your videos.

Drag-and-drop simplicity

Camtasia’s drag-and-drop video effects make it incredibly easy to slow down any video clip. Simply extend the clip on the timeline, and Camtasia takes care of the rest. This user-friendly approach ensures you don’t need to be an expert to create professional-looking slow-motion effects.
Drag and drop video effects onto a video in Camtasia

Precise speed control

Camtasia gives you full control over the speed of your video. As you drag the clip to extend its length, the software automatically adjusts the speed, giving you the flexibility to create the exact slow-motion effect you want. Whether you’re highlighting an important detail or enhancing a dramatic moment, Camtasia helps you fine-tune the result.
Precise clip speed control with Camtasia

Engaging and detailed content

Slow motion adds impact by drawing attention to specific details that might have been missed at normal speed. By slowing down a segment of your video, you can emphasize key moments and keep your audience engaged. Camtasia’s slow-motion effect is perfect for tutorials, presentations, and creative projects that require careful attention to detail.
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