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“I need to convert some general audio files to AIFF, do you have any recommendations?”

We do, in fact, have some recommendations for you! The AIFF file format, while generally obscure, is accepted by most general audio converters! So, we didn’t have any problem finding some that you can use to AIFF converter!

In this article

01 [What’s So Good About AIFF?](#Part 1)

02 [How to Convert M4A to AIFF Free and Easily](#Part 2)

03 [What Makes AIFF Converter the Best Free Online Tool for Mac Users?](#Part 3)

Part 1 What’s So Good About AIFF?

But okay, what’s the deal with AIFF? Is it really all that good? And, if it is, why? For the first part of this article, we’ve prepared a short overview on the AIFF file format You can skip ahead though if you’d prefer to see the tutorial on AIFF Converters or our list of recommendations.

01What’s AIFF?

AIFF, also called the Audio Interchange File Format, is an audio file format that was popularized in 1988. It was based on the Electronic Arts Interchange File Format and is probably most familiar for Mac users. It’s accepted by most media players, including Apple Music and the Apple QuickTime Player.

02Why Is It So Popular?

Why? Well, it all has to do with the loss of quality. AIFF files are notable because they are uncompressed — leading to an inarguably better sound. That makes it popular with content creators, who want to provide the best possible listening experience to their audience. The caveat to this, of course, is that its uncompressed state means that it takes up a lot more space on one’s disk drive. But, many people would be willing to give that up in exchange for the enhanced sound.

Part 2 How to Convert M4A to AIFF Free and Easily

For this next section, we’ll be teaching you how to convert M4A to AIFF with an online AIFF converter. The benefit of using an online converter like the one we’ll be showing you how to use is that it is usually FREE and very efficient. This makes it a perfect solution for those who are just looking to convert to or from AIFF occasionally and thus has no need for a more permanent solution.

01Step 1: Launch Online AIFF Converter & Upload Files

The first thing that you have to do is open up the online AIFF Converter that you want to use. For our example, we’ve chosen FreeConvert, but there are plenty of other ones out there for you to choose from

Once you’re on-site, make use of the upload options to prepare your file to be converted. In this case, we uploaded an MP3 file, but it will work for M4A to AIFF just as well (along with other file formats.)

02Step 2: Convert to ‘AIFF’

Once the file that you want to convert has finished uploading, confirm that the output file format has been set to “AIFF”.

03Step 3: Play with Advanced Settings

This is optional, but if you want, you can adjust certain audio parameters by taking advantage of the ‘Advanced Settings’ option

04Step 4: Convert M4A to AIFF

Now it’s time to finally convert In this case, that is as easy as selecting the ‘Convert to AIFF’ button.

05Step 5: Download AIFF

When the conversion has been completed, click the ‘Download AIFF’ to finish up and save the converted AIFF file to your computer.

Part 3 What Makes AIFF Converter the Best Free Online Tool for Mac Users?

For this next part, we’ll be demonstrating an AIFF Converter that can be downloaded and used by Mac users. And then we’ll be following it up with a long list of all the best AIFF Converters available online and for both Windows and Mac users

01How to Use Free Audio AIFF Converter on Win/Mac?

As promised, this first part is a demonstration on how you can convert M4A to AIFF with a converter that will work for both Windows and Mac. This free audio converter is called ‘MediaHuman Audio Converter.’ It’s a really simple converter and is a great option for those who see themselves requiring an audio converter often but still don’t feel it necessary to cough up extra money for premium software when they can get a free one

**Step 1: Add File(s) for Conversion

First things first, upload the file that you want to convert With MediaHuman, you can do this in one of three ways:

● Drop media onto the specified area

● Click the “+” file option in order to manually add file

● Click the “+ folder” option in order to manually add files

**Step 2: Select Format

Once your file has been uploaded, select the “Format” button in the middle of the toolbar This will cause a pop-up to appear where you can choose your desired output format Of course, in our case, we chose “AIFF”

**Step 3: Start Conversion

Next, click ‘Start Conversion’ This will initiate the conversion. After which, you’ll be able to save your converted AIFF file and store it for use.

0210 Best AIFF Converter for Lossless Conversion

Now for our list of the best AIFF Converters available right now We’ve made sure to pick a good variety of them that you can choose from. Some of which are online tools, like we introduced in Part 1, while the others will be downloaded software that you can have at the ready at all times, like what we introduced in Part 2, Section 1

Keywords: aiff converter, m4a to aiff, convert m4a to aiff

**1. Zamzar

For the first AIFF Converter on this list, we have ZAMZAR ZAMZAR is an online file conversion tool that is capable of converting in a variety of file formats. Of course, the one that we’ll be looking at today is Zamzar’s AIFF Converter — which is almost 100% FREE to use (there’s a max upload file size that can only be unlocked if you pay the premium fee).

Highlights	Highlights
● FREEmium Online AIFF Converter● Wide variety of input and output file formats to choose from● No loss of quality and efficient conversion speed	● Not 100% FREE, must pay to unlock certain functions● There is a max upload size for the FREE version (50MB)● Internet is required in order for use

**2. ConvertOnMac

Our next recommended tool is Convert on Mac This is another online tool that can be used to convert a variety of files (i.e., audio, video, image, document, etc). The one that we’ll be focusing on though is Convert on Mac’s AIFF Converter

Highlights	Highlights
● Supports a variety of file input and output formats● Special AIFF Converter available for easy conversion● File upload can be done both manually or through a URL	● Available online only● Most compatible for Mac users (as is evident from the name)● Not the best for bulk conversions

**3. Online Converter

The next one up is Online Converter This one is more like ZAMZAR than Convert on Mac. If only because it also comes with a max file size that is locked. It’s more limited though — in that it doesn’t support as many input and output formats. And, as you can no doubt guess from the interface, quite old-school as well.

Highlights	Highlights
● Specialized AIFF Converter● Functions as a converter for other file types as well● Large max file size	● Available online only● Max upload file size is 200MB● Slower, less efficient conversion speed

**4. Wondershare Filmora Video Editor

For this next AIFF Converter, we make a complete departure from your general converters by introducing a completely different beast altogether Specifically, in the form of a Video Editor called Filmora. Filmora is an incredibly advanced video editing tool. And, because of this, it’s capable of most things related to video and audio editing. Including, in this case, AIFF conversion

Highlights	Highlights
● Advanced video and audio functions for adjusting audio output parameters● Supports dozens of audio and video file formats● Produces high-quality end product	● FREEmium product, certain functions are locked in the FREE version● Download and installation is required● Not the most beginner-friendly

**5. EaseUS Video Converter

With ‘EaseUS Video Converter’ we continue on our trend of AIFF conversion software This one, despite its name suggesting otherwise, functions as a solid Audio Converter So far, it’s closest to Filmora Pro when compared to all the others on this list. It’s a one-trick kind of pony though. Seeing as, unlike with Filmora, you can really only use this to convert files.

Highlights	Highlights
● High-quality video and audio conversion● Supports dozens of input and output formats● FREE trial available	● Limited FREE Trial● Supports Windows OS only● Download and installation is required for use

**6. Wondershare UniConverter

This next software, the ‘Wondershare UniConverter’ is a bit of a mix between Filmora and EaseUS Video Converter. As is evident from the UI (shown-off in the screenshot provided), it has the makings of a straightforward converter but with extra tools (i.e., video editor, video compressor, merger, screen recorder, etc.) that you can take advantage of while working on your conversions.

Highlights	Highlights
● Extra features for editing input and output files● Supports up to 1000 formats● High-speed Conversion rates	● FREEmium program● Certain functions are locked in the FREE version of the program● Download and installation is required for use

**7. VSDC Free Audio Converter

Next up, we have VSDC VSDC is a FREE Audio Converter. It’s pretty old-school (as is perhaps evident from the UI example) but it supports a variety of audio formats, including AIFF, which earned it a spot on this list of ours

Highlights	Highlights
● Supports all the key formats for both input and output● Built-in editor for trimming audio● High-conversion quality	● Open-source, and thus not update as often● The conversion speed is slow● Old-school interface

**8. Switch Audio File Converter

Switch Audio File Converter is a Mac AIFF Converter. You can find it on the Mac APP Store, or purchase it directly on the NCH Software website. For the FREE app version, you have access to certain functions, with the rest being locked under in-app purchases.

Highlights	Highlights
● Supports over 40+ audio file formats● Batch conversion functionalities available● Convert from video to audio easily	● Convert from video to audio easily● Faulty AIFF to OGG conversion● Comes with lots of bugs

**9. iTunes - Apple

This is a hidden feature that not many people know about, but iTunes actually works as a pretty serviceable AIFF Converter. It’s not the most efficient, but with iTunes’ AIFF Encoder, conversion to AIFF is possible (converting from AIFF to MP3, and WAV is also possible because iTunes provides Encoders for those as well).

Highlights	Highlights
● FREE software, pre-installed on Mac computers● Quality settings to ensure good sound quality● AIFF-specific converter	● No bulk-conversions available● Inefficient AIFF conversion● It will need to be downloaded and installed manually for Windows

**10. Convertio

Last, but not least, is Convertio We circle back with this fourth and last online converter It’s actually quite advanced. Although, just like many of the other FREEmium online converters we’ve listed, it’s not 100% FREE and comes with a lot of limitations.

Highlights	Highlights
● Supports all the general audio files● Various ways to upload● High-quality conversions	● FREEmium online converter● 100MB upload limit for the FREE version● Slow conversion

Key Takeaways from This Episode

● The AIFF file format is notable because it results in higher-quality sound. This is because AIFF, unlike the more general, MP3 file format, is not a compressed format.

● There are various ways that you can convert from and to the AIFF file format. The first method that we introduced was an online tool that would be available for use no matter what computer or device you’re using The second was chosen specifically because it was FREE and available for both Windows and Mac

● If you’re interested in looking through other options, the ten other converters we introduced should provide a healthy lot for you to choose from — with various levels of usefulness depending on what you need an AIFF Converter.

Try It Free Try It Free

“I need to convert some general audio files to AIFF, do you have any recommendations?”

We do, in fact, have some recommendations for you! The AIFF file format, while generally obscure, is accepted by most general audio converters! So, we didn’t have any problem finding some that you can use to AIFF converter!

In this article

01 [What’s So Good About AIFF?](#Part 1)

02 [How to Convert M4A to AIFF Free and Easily](#Part 2)

03 [What Makes AIFF Converter the Best Free Online Tool for Mac Users?](#Part 3)

Part 1 What’s So Good About AIFF?

But okay, what’s the deal with AIFF? Is it really all that good? And, if it is, why? For the first part of this article, we’ve prepared a short overview on the AIFF file format You can skip ahead though if you’d prefer to see the tutorial on AIFF Converters or our list of recommendations.

01What’s AIFF?

AIFF, also called the Audio Interchange File Format, is an audio file format that was popularized in 1988. It was based on the Electronic Arts Interchange File Format and is probably most familiar for Mac users. It’s accepted by most media players, including Apple Music and the Apple QuickTime Player.

02Why Is It So Popular?

Why? Well, it all has to do with the loss of quality. AIFF files are notable because they are uncompressed — leading to an inarguably better sound. That makes it popular with content creators, who want to provide the best possible listening experience to their audience. The caveat to this, of course, is that its uncompressed state means that it takes up a lot more space on one’s disk drive. But, many people would be willing to give that up in exchange for the enhanced sound.

Part 2 How to Convert M4A to AIFF Free and Easily

For this next section, we’ll be teaching you how to convert M4A to AIFF with an online AIFF converter. The benefit of using an online converter like the one we’ll be showing you how to use is that it is usually FREE and very efficient. This makes it a perfect solution for those who are just looking to convert to or from AIFF occasionally and thus has no need for a more permanent solution.

01Step 1: Launch Online AIFF Converter & Upload Files

The first thing that you have to do is open up the online AIFF Converter that you want to use. For our example, we’ve chosen FreeConvert, but there are plenty of other ones out there for you to choose from

Once you’re on-site, make use of the upload options to prepare your file to be converted. In this case, we uploaded an MP3 file, but it will work for M4A to AIFF just as well (along with other file formats.)

02Step 2: Convert to ‘AIFF’

Once the file that you want to convert has finished uploading, confirm that the output file format has been set to “AIFF”.

03Step 3: Play with Advanced Settings

This is optional, but if you want, you can adjust certain audio parameters by taking advantage of the ‘Advanced Settings’ option

04Step 4: Convert M4A to AIFF

Now it’s time to finally convert In this case, that is as easy as selecting the ‘Convert to AIFF’ button.

05Step 5: Download AIFF

When the conversion has been completed, click the ‘Download AIFF’ to finish up and save the converted AIFF file to your computer.

Part 3 What Makes AIFF Converter the Best Free Online Tool for Mac Users?

For this next part, we’ll be demonstrating an AIFF Converter that can be downloaded and used by Mac users. And then we’ll be following it up with a long list of all the best AIFF Converters available online and for both Windows and Mac users

01How to Use Free Audio AIFF Converter on Win/Mac?

As promised, this first part is a demonstration on how you can convert M4A to AIFF with a converter that will work for both Windows and Mac. This free audio converter is called ‘MediaHuman Audio Converter.’ It’s a really simple converter and is a great option for those who see themselves requiring an audio converter often but still don’t feel it necessary to cough up extra money for premium software when they can get a free one

**Step 1: Add File(s) for Conversion

First things first, upload the file that you want to convert With MediaHuman, you can do this in one of three ways:

● Drop media onto the specified area

● Click the “+” file option in order to manually add file

● Click the “+ folder” option in order to manually add files

**Step 2: Select Format

Once your file has been uploaded, select the “Format” button in the middle of the toolbar This will cause a pop-up to appear where you can choose your desired output format Of course, in our case, we chose “AIFF”

**Step 3: Start Conversion

Next, click ‘Start Conversion’ This will initiate the conversion. After which, you’ll be able to save your converted AIFF file and store it for use.

0210 Best AIFF Converter for Lossless Conversion

Now for our list of the best AIFF Converters available right now We’ve made sure to pick a good variety of them that you can choose from. Some of which are online tools, like we introduced in Part 1, while the others will be downloaded software that you can have at the ready at all times, like what we introduced in Part 2, Section 1

Keywords: aiff converter, m4a to aiff, convert m4a to aiff

**1. Zamzar

For the first AIFF Converter on this list, we have ZAMZAR ZAMZAR is an online file conversion tool that is capable of converting in a variety of file formats. Of course, the one that we’ll be looking at today is Zamzar’s AIFF Converter — which is almost 100% FREE to use (there’s a max upload file size that can only be unlocked if you pay the premium fee).

Highlights	Highlights
● FREEmium Online AIFF Converter● Wide variety of input and output file formats to choose from● No loss of quality and efficient conversion speed	● Not 100% FREE, must pay to unlock certain functions● There is a max upload size for the FREE version (50MB)● Internet is required in order for use

**2. ConvertOnMac

Our next recommended tool is Convert on Mac This is another online tool that can be used to convert a variety of files (i.e., audio, video, image, document, etc). The one that we’ll be focusing on though is Convert on Mac’s AIFF Converter

Highlights	Highlights
● Supports a variety of file input and output formats● Special AIFF Converter available for easy conversion● File upload can be done both manually or through a URL	● Available online only● Most compatible for Mac users (as is evident from the name)● Not the best for bulk conversions

**3. Online Converter

The next one up is Online Converter This one is more like ZAMZAR than Convert on Mac. If only because it also comes with a max file size that is locked. It’s more limited though — in that it doesn’t support as many input and output formats. And, as you can no doubt guess from the interface, quite old-school as well.

Highlights	Highlights
● Specialized AIFF Converter● Functions as a converter for other file types as well● Large max file size	● Available online only● Max upload file size is 200MB● Slower, less efficient conversion speed

**4. Wondershare Filmora Video Editor

For this next AIFF Converter, we make a complete departure from your general converters by introducing a completely different beast altogether Specifically, in the form of a Video Editor called Filmora. Filmora is an incredibly advanced video editing tool. And, because of this, it’s capable of most things related to video and audio editing. Including, in this case, AIFF conversion

Highlights	Highlights
● Advanced video and audio functions for adjusting audio output parameters● Supports dozens of audio and video file formats● Produces high-quality end product	● FREEmium product, certain functions are locked in the FREE version● Download and installation is required● Not the most beginner-friendly

**5. EaseUS Video Converter

With ‘EaseUS Video Converter’ we continue on our trend of AIFF conversion software This one, despite its name suggesting otherwise, functions as a solid Audio Converter So far, it’s closest to Filmora Pro when compared to all the others on this list. It’s a one-trick kind of pony though. Seeing as, unlike with Filmora, you can really only use this to convert files.

Highlights	Highlights
● High-quality video and audio conversion● Supports dozens of input and output formats● FREE trial available	● Limited FREE Trial● Supports Windows OS only● Download and installation is required for use

**6. Wondershare UniConverter

This next software, the ‘Wondershare UniConverter’ is a bit of a mix between Filmora and EaseUS Video Converter. As is evident from the UI (shown-off in the screenshot provided), it has the makings of a straightforward converter but with extra tools (i.e., video editor, video compressor, merger, screen recorder, etc.) that you can take advantage of while working on your conversions.

Highlights	Highlights
● Extra features for editing input and output files● Supports up to 1000 formats● High-speed Conversion rates	● FREEmium program● Certain functions are locked in the FREE version of the program● Download and installation is required for use

**7. VSDC Free Audio Converter

Next up, we have VSDC VSDC is a FREE Audio Converter. It’s pretty old-school (as is perhaps evident from the UI example) but it supports a variety of audio formats, including AIFF, which earned it a spot on this list of ours

Highlights	Highlights
● Supports all the key formats for both input and output● Built-in editor for trimming audio● High-conversion quality	● Open-source, and thus not update as often● The conversion speed is slow● Old-school interface

**8. Switch Audio File Converter

Switch Audio File Converter is a Mac AIFF Converter. You can find it on the Mac APP Store, or purchase it directly on the NCH Software website. For the FREE app version, you have access to certain functions, with the rest being locked under in-app purchases.

Highlights	Highlights
● Supports over 40+ audio file formats● Batch conversion functionalities available● Convert from video to audio easily	● Convert from video to audio easily● Faulty AIFF to OGG conversion● Comes with lots of bugs

**9. iTunes - Apple

This is a hidden feature that not many people know about, but iTunes actually works as a pretty serviceable AIFF Converter. It’s not the most efficient, but with iTunes’ AIFF Encoder, conversion to AIFF is possible (converting from AIFF to MP3, and WAV is also possible because iTunes provides Encoders for those as well).

Highlights	Highlights
● FREE software, pre-installed on Mac computers● Quality settings to ensure good sound quality● AIFF-specific converter	● No bulk-conversions available● Inefficient AIFF conversion● It will need to be downloaded and installed manually for Windows

**10. Convertio

Last, but not least, is Convertio We circle back with this fourth and last online converter It’s actually quite advanced. Although, just like many of the other FREEmium online converters we’ve listed, it’s not 100% FREE and comes with a lot of limitations.

Highlights	Highlights
● Supports all the general audio files● Various ways to upload● High-quality conversions	● FREEmium online converter● 100MB upload limit for the FREE version● Slow conversion

Key Takeaways from This Episode

● The AIFF file format is notable because it results in higher-quality sound. This is because AIFF, unlike the more general, MP3 file format, is not a compressed format.

● There are various ways that you can convert from and to the AIFF file format. The first method that we introduced was an online tool that would be available for use no matter what computer or device you’re using The second was chosen specifically because it was FREE and available for both Windows and Mac

● If you’re interested in looking through other options, the ten other converters we introduced should provide a healthy lot for you to choose from — with various levels of usefulness depending on what you need an AIFF Converter.

Try It Free Try It Free

“I need to convert some general audio files to AIFF, do you have any recommendations?”

We do, in fact, have some recommendations for you! The AIFF file format, while generally obscure, is accepted by most general audio converters! So, we didn’t have any problem finding some that you can use to AIFF converter!

In this article

01 [What’s So Good About AIFF?](#Part 1)

02 [How to Convert M4A to AIFF Free and Easily](#Part 2)

03 [What Makes AIFF Converter the Best Free Online Tool for Mac Users?](#Part 3)

Part 1 What’s So Good About AIFF?

But okay, what’s the deal with AIFF? Is it really all that good? And, if it is, why? For the first part of this article, we’ve prepared a short overview on the AIFF file format You can skip ahead though if you’d prefer to see the tutorial on AIFF Converters or our list of recommendations.

01What’s AIFF?

AIFF, also called the Audio Interchange File Format, is an audio file format that was popularized in 1988. It was based on the Electronic Arts Interchange File Format and is probably most familiar for Mac users. It’s accepted by most media players, including Apple Music and the Apple QuickTime Player.

02Why Is It So Popular?

Why? Well, it all has to do with the loss of quality. AIFF files are notable because they are uncompressed — leading to an inarguably better sound. That makes it popular with content creators, who want to provide the best possible listening experience to their audience. The caveat to this, of course, is that its uncompressed state means that it takes up a lot more space on one’s disk drive. But, many people would be willing to give that up in exchange for the enhanced sound.

Part 2 How to Convert M4A to AIFF Free and Easily

For this next section, we’ll be teaching you how to convert M4A to AIFF with an online AIFF converter. The benefit of using an online converter like the one we’ll be showing you how to use is that it is usually FREE and very efficient. This makes it a perfect solution for those who are just looking to convert to or from AIFF occasionally and thus has no need for a more permanent solution.

01Step 1: Launch Online AIFF Converter & Upload Files

The first thing that you have to do is open up the online AIFF Converter that you want to use. For our example, we’ve chosen FreeConvert, but there are plenty of other ones out there for you to choose from

Once you’re on-site, make use of the upload options to prepare your file to be converted. In this case, we uploaded an MP3 file, but it will work for M4A to AIFF just as well (along with other file formats.)

02Step 2: Convert to ‘AIFF’

Once the file that you want to convert has finished uploading, confirm that the output file format has been set to “AIFF”.

03Step 3: Play with Advanced Settings

This is optional, but if you want, you can adjust certain audio parameters by taking advantage of the ‘Advanced Settings’ option

04Step 4: Convert M4A to AIFF

Now it’s time to finally convert In this case, that is as easy as selecting the ‘Convert to AIFF’ button.

05Step 5: Download AIFF

When the conversion has been completed, click the ‘Download AIFF’ to finish up and save the converted AIFF file to your computer.

Part 3 What Makes AIFF Converter the Best Free Online Tool for Mac Users?

For this next part, we’ll be demonstrating an AIFF Converter that can be downloaded and used by Mac users. And then we’ll be following it up with a long list of all the best AIFF Converters available online and for both Windows and Mac users

01How to Use Free Audio AIFF Converter on Win/Mac?

As promised, this first part is a demonstration on how you can convert M4A to AIFF with a converter that will work for both Windows and Mac. This free audio converter is called ‘MediaHuman Audio Converter.’ It’s a really simple converter and is a great option for those who see themselves requiring an audio converter often but still don’t feel it necessary to cough up extra money for premium software when they can get a free one

**Step 1: Add File(s) for Conversion

First things first, upload the file that you want to convert With MediaHuman, you can do this in one of three ways:

● Drop media onto the specified area

● Click the “+” file option in order to manually add file

● Click the “+ folder” option in order to manually add files

**Step 2: Select Format

Once your file has been uploaded, select the “Format” button in the middle of the toolbar This will cause a pop-up to appear where you can choose your desired output format Of course, in our case, we chose “AIFF”

**Step 3: Start Conversion

Next, click ‘Start Conversion’ This will initiate the conversion. After which, you’ll be able to save your converted AIFF file and store it for use.

0210 Best AIFF Converter for Lossless Conversion

Now for our list of the best AIFF Converters available right now We’ve made sure to pick a good variety of them that you can choose from. Some of which are online tools, like we introduced in Part 1, while the others will be downloaded software that you can have at the ready at all times, like what we introduced in Part 2, Section 1

Keywords: aiff converter, m4a to aiff, convert m4a to aiff

**1. Zamzar

For the first AIFF Converter on this list, we have ZAMZAR ZAMZAR is an online file conversion tool that is capable of converting in a variety of file formats. Of course, the one that we’ll be looking at today is Zamzar’s AIFF Converter — which is almost 100% FREE to use (there’s a max upload file size that can only be unlocked if you pay the premium fee).

Highlights	Highlights
● FREEmium Online AIFF Converter● Wide variety of input and output file formats to choose from● No loss of quality and efficient conversion speed	● Not 100% FREE, must pay to unlock certain functions● There is a max upload size for the FREE version (50MB)● Internet is required in order for use

**2. ConvertOnMac

Our next recommended tool is Convert on Mac This is another online tool that can be used to convert a variety of files (i.e., audio, video, image, document, etc). The one that we’ll be focusing on though is Convert on Mac’s AIFF Converter

Highlights	Highlights
● Supports a variety of file input and output formats● Special AIFF Converter available for easy conversion● File upload can be done both manually or through a URL	● Available online only● Most compatible for Mac users (as is evident from the name)● Not the best for bulk conversions

**3. Online Converter

The next one up is Online Converter This one is more like ZAMZAR than Convert on Mac. If only because it also comes with a max file size that is locked. It’s more limited though — in that it doesn’t support as many input and output formats. And, as you can no doubt guess from the interface, quite old-school as well.

Highlights	Highlights
● Specialized AIFF Converter● Functions as a converter for other file types as well● Large max file size	● Available online only● Max upload file size is 200MB● Slower, less efficient conversion speed

**4. Wondershare Filmora Video Editor

For this next AIFF Converter, we make a complete departure from your general converters by introducing a completely different beast altogether Specifically, in the form of a Video Editor called Filmora. Filmora is an incredibly advanced video editing tool. And, because of this, it’s capable of most things related to video and audio editing. Including, in this case, AIFF conversion

Highlights	Highlights
● Advanced video and audio functions for adjusting audio output parameters● Supports dozens of audio and video file formats● Produces high-quality end product	● FREEmium product, certain functions are locked in the FREE version● Download and installation is required● Not the most beginner-friendly

**5. EaseUS Video Converter

With ‘EaseUS Video Converter’ we continue on our trend of AIFF conversion software This one, despite its name suggesting otherwise, functions as a solid Audio Converter So far, it’s closest to Filmora Pro when compared to all the others on this list. It’s a one-trick kind of pony though. Seeing as, unlike with Filmora, you can really only use this to convert files.

Highlights	Highlights
● High-quality video and audio conversion● Supports dozens of input and output formats● FREE trial available	● Limited FREE Trial● Supports Windows OS only● Download and installation is required for use

**6. Wondershare UniConverter

This next software, the ‘Wondershare UniConverter’ is a bit of a mix between Filmora and EaseUS Video Converter. As is evident from the UI (shown-off in the screenshot provided), it has the makings of a straightforward converter but with extra tools (i.e., video editor, video compressor, merger, screen recorder, etc.) that you can take advantage of while working on your conversions.

Highlights	Highlights
● Extra features for editing input and output files● Supports up to 1000 formats● High-speed Conversion rates	● FREEmium program● Certain functions are locked in the FREE version of the program● Download and installation is required for use

**7. VSDC Free Audio Converter

Next up, we have VSDC VSDC is a FREE Audio Converter. It’s pretty old-school (as is perhaps evident from the UI example) but it supports a variety of audio formats, including AIFF, which earned it a spot on this list of ours

Highlights	Highlights
● Supports all the key formats for both input and output● Built-in editor for trimming audio● High-conversion quality	● Open-source, and thus not update as often● The conversion speed is slow● Old-school interface

**8. Switch Audio File Converter

Switch Audio File Converter is a Mac AIFF Converter. You can find it on the Mac APP Store, or purchase it directly on the NCH Software website. For the FREE app version, you have access to certain functions, with the rest being locked under in-app purchases.

Highlights	Highlights
● Supports over 40+ audio file formats● Batch conversion functionalities available● Convert from video to audio easily	● Convert from video to audio easily● Faulty AIFF to OGG conversion● Comes with lots of bugs

**9. iTunes - Apple

This is a hidden feature that not many people know about, but iTunes actually works as a pretty serviceable AIFF Converter. It’s not the most efficient, but with iTunes’ AIFF Encoder, conversion to AIFF is possible (converting from AIFF to MP3, and WAV is also possible because iTunes provides Encoders for those as well).

Highlights	Highlights
● FREE software, pre-installed on Mac computers● Quality settings to ensure good sound quality● AIFF-specific converter	● No bulk-conversions available● Inefficient AIFF conversion● It will need to be downloaded and installed manually for Windows

**10. Convertio

Last, but not least, is Convertio We circle back with this fourth and last online converter It’s actually quite advanced. Although, just like many of the other FREEmium online converters we’ve listed, it’s not 100% FREE and comes with a lot of limitations.

Highlights	Highlights
● Supports all the general audio files● Various ways to upload● High-quality conversions	● FREEmium online converter● 100MB upload limit for the FREE version● Slow conversion

Key Takeaways from This Episode

● The AIFF file format is notable because it results in higher-quality sound. This is because AIFF, unlike the more general, MP3 file format, is not a compressed format.

● There are various ways that you can convert from and to the AIFF file format. The first method that we introduced was an online tool that would be available for use no matter what computer or device you’re using The second was chosen specifically because it was FREE and available for both Windows and Mac

● If you’re interested in looking through other options, the ten other converters we introduced should provide a healthy lot for you to choose from — with various levels of usefulness depending on what you need an AIFF Converter.

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“I need to convert some general audio files to AIFF, do you have any recommendations?”

We do, in fact, have some recommendations for you! The AIFF file format, while generally obscure, is accepted by most general audio converters! So, we didn’t have any problem finding some that you can use to AIFF converter!

In this article

01 [What’s So Good About AIFF?](#Part 1)

02 [How to Convert M4A to AIFF Free and Easily](#Part 2)

03 [What Makes AIFF Converter the Best Free Online Tool for Mac Users?](#Part 3)

Part 1 What’s So Good About AIFF?

But okay, what’s the deal with AIFF? Is it really all that good? And, if it is, why? For the first part of this article, we’ve prepared a short overview on the AIFF file format You can skip ahead though if you’d prefer to see the tutorial on AIFF Converters or our list of recommendations.

01What’s AIFF?

AIFF, also called the Audio Interchange File Format, is an audio file format that was popularized in 1988. It was based on the Electronic Arts Interchange File Format and is probably most familiar for Mac users. It’s accepted by most media players, including Apple Music and the Apple QuickTime Player.

02Why Is It So Popular?

Why? Well, it all has to do with the loss of quality. AIFF files are notable because they are uncompressed — leading to an inarguably better sound. That makes it popular with content creators, who want to provide the best possible listening experience to their audience. The caveat to this, of course, is that its uncompressed state means that it takes up a lot more space on one’s disk drive. But, many people would be willing to give that up in exchange for the enhanced sound.

Part 2 How to Convert M4A to AIFF Free and Easily

For this next section, we’ll be teaching you how to convert M4A to AIFF with an online AIFF converter. The benefit of using an online converter like the one we’ll be showing you how to use is that it is usually FREE and very efficient. This makes it a perfect solution for those who are just looking to convert to or from AIFF occasionally and thus has no need for a more permanent solution.

01Step 1: Launch Online AIFF Converter & Upload Files

The first thing that you have to do is open up the online AIFF Converter that you want to use. For our example, we’ve chosen FreeConvert, but there are plenty of other ones out there for you to choose from

Once you’re on-site, make use of the upload options to prepare your file to be converted. In this case, we uploaded an MP3 file, but it will work for M4A to AIFF just as well (along with other file formats.)

02Step 2: Convert to ‘AIFF’

Once the file that you want to convert has finished uploading, confirm that the output file format has been set to “AIFF”.

03Step 3: Play with Advanced Settings

This is optional, but if you want, you can adjust certain audio parameters by taking advantage of the ‘Advanced Settings’ option

04Step 4: Convert M4A to AIFF

Now it’s time to finally convert In this case, that is as easy as selecting the ‘Convert to AIFF’ button.

05Step 5: Download AIFF

When the conversion has been completed, click the ‘Download AIFF’ to finish up and save the converted AIFF file to your computer.

Part 3 What Makes AIFF Converter the Best Free Online Tool for Mac Users?

For this next part, we’ll be demonstrating an AIFF Converter that can be downloaded and used by Mac users. And then we’ll be following it up with a long list of all the best AIFF Converters available online and for both Windows and Mac users

01How to Use Free Audio AIFF Converter on Win/Mac?

As promised, this first part is a demonstration on how you can convert M4A to AIFF with a converter that will work for both Windows and Mac. This free audio converter is called ‘MediaHuman Audio Converter.’ It’s a really simple converter and is a great option for those who see themselves requiring an audio converter often but still don’t feel it necessary to cough up extra money for premium software when they can get a free one

**Step 1: Add File(s) for Conversion

First things first, upload the file that you want to convert With MediaHuman, you can do this in one of three ways:

● Drop media onto the specified area

● Click the “+” file option in order to manually add file

● Click the “+ folder” option in order to manually add files

**Step 2: Select Format

Once your file has been uploaded, select the “Format” button in the middle of the toolbar This will cause a pop-up to appear where you can choose your desired output format Of course, in our case, we chose “AIFF”

**Step 3: Start Conversion

Next, click ‘Start Conversion’ This will initiate the conversion. After which, you’ll be able to save your converted AIFF file and store it for use.

0210 Best AIFF Converter for Lossless Conversion

Now for our list of the best AIFF Converters available right now We’ve made sure to pick a good variety of them that you can choose from. Some of which are online tools, like we introduced in Part 1, while the others will be downloaded software that you can have at the ready at all times, like what we introduced in Part 2, Section 1

Keywords: aiff converter, m4a to aiff, convert m4a to aiff

**1. Zamzar

For the first AIFF Converter on this list, we have ZAMZAR ZAMZAR is an online file conversion tool that is capable of converting in a variety of file formats. Of course, the one that we’ll be looking at today is Zamzar’s AIFF Converter — which is almost 100% FREE to use (there’s a max upload file size that can only be unlocked if you pay the premium fee).

Highlights	Highlights
● FREEmium Online AIFF Converter● Wide variety of input and output file formats to choose from● No loss of quality and efficient conversion speed	● Not 100% FREE, must pay to unlock certain functions● There is a max upload size for the FREE version (50MB)● Internet is required in order for use

**2. ConvertOnMac

Our next recommended tool is Convert on Mac This is another online tool that can be used to convert a variety of files (i.e., audio, video, image, document, etc). The one that we’ll be focusing on though is Convert on Mac’s AIFF Converter

Highlights	Highlights
● Supports a variety of file input and output formats● Special AIFF Converter available for easy conversion● File upload can be done both manually or through a URL	● Available online only● Most compatible for Mac users (as is evident from the name)● Not the best for bulk conversions

**3. Online Converter

The next one up is Online Converter This one is more like ZAMZAR than Convert on Mac. If only because it also comes with a max file size that is locked. It’s more limited though — in that it doesn’t support as many input and output formats. And, as you can no doubt guess from the interface, quite old-school as well.

Highlights	Highlights
● Specialized AIFF Converter● Functions as a converter for other file types as well● Large max file size	● Available online only● Max upload file size is 200MB● Slower, less efficient conversion speed

**4. Wondershare Filmora Video Editor

For this next AIFF Converter, we make a complete departure from your general converters by introducing a completely different beast altogether Specifically, in the form of a Video Editor called Filmora. Filmora is an incredibly advanced video editing tool. And, because of this, it’s capable of most things related to video and audio editing. Including, in this case, AIFF conversion

Highlights	Highlights
● Advanced video and audio functions for adjusting audio output parameters● Supports dozens of audio and video file formats● Produces high-quality end product	● FREEmium product, certain functions are locked in the FREE version● Download and installation is required● Not the most beginner-friendly

**5. EaseUS Video Converter

With ‘EaseUS Video Converter’ we continue on our trend of AIFF conversion software This one, despite its name suggesting otherwise, functions as a solid Audio Converter So far, it’s closest to Filmora Pro when compared to all the others on this list. It’s a one-trick kind of pony though. Seeing as, unlike with Filmora, you can really only use this to convert files.

Highlights	Highlights
● High-quality video and audio conversion● Supports dozens of input and output formats● FREE trial available	● Limited FREE Trial● Supports Windows OS only● Download and installation is required for use

**6. Wondershare UniConverter

This next software, the ‘Wondershare UniConverter’ is a bit of a mix between Filmora and EaseUS Video Converter. As is evident from the UI (shown-off in the screenshot provided), it has the makings of a straightforward converter but with extra tools (i.e., video editor, video compressor, merger, screen recorder, etc.) that you can take advantage of while working on your conversions.

Highlights	Highlights
● Extra features for editing input and output files● Supports up to 1000 formats● High-speed Conversion rates	● FREEmium program● Certain functions are locked in the FREE version of the program● Download and installation is required for use

**7. VSDC Free Audio Converter

Next up, we have VSDC VSDC is a FREE Audio Converter. It’s pretty old-school (as is perhaps evident from the UI example) but it supports a variety of audio formats, including AIFF, which earned it a spot on this list of ours

Highlights	Highlights
● Supports all the key formats for both input and output● Built-in editor for trimming audio● High-conversion quality	● Open-source, and thus not update as often● The conversion speed is slow● Old-school interface

**8. Switch Audio File Converter

Switch Audio File Converter is a Mac AIFF Converter. You can find it on the Mac APP Store, or purchase it directly on the NCH Software website. For the FREE app version, you have access to certain functions, with the rest being locked under in-app purchases.

Highlights	Highlights
● Supports over 40+ audio file formats● Batch conversion functionalities available● Convert from video to audio easily	● Convert from video to audio easily● Faulty AIFF to OGG conversion● Comes with lots of bugs

**9. iTunes - Apple

This is a hidden feature that not many people know about, but iTunes actually works as a pretty serviceable AIFF Converter. It’s not the most efficient, but with iTunes’ AIFF Encoder, conversion to AIFF is possible (converting from AIFF to MP3, and WAV is also possible because iTunes provides Encoders for those as well).

Highlights	Highlights
● FREE software, pre-installed on Mac computers● Quality settings to ensure good sound quality● AIFF-specific converter	● No bulk-conversions available● Inefficient AIFF conversion● It will need to be downloaded and installed manually for Windows

**10. Convertio

Last, but not least, is Convertio We circle back with this fourth and last online converter It’s actually quite advanced. Although, just like many of the other FREEmium online converters we’ve listed, it’s not 100% FREE and comes with a lot of limitations.

Highlights	Highlights
● Supports all the general audio files● Various ways to upload● High-quality conversions	● FREEmium online converter● 100MB upload limit for the FREE version● Slow conversion

Key Takeaways from This Episode

● The AIFF file format is notable because it results in higher-quality sound. This is because AIFF, unlike the more general, MP3 file format, is not a compressed format.

● There are various ways that you can convert from and to the AIFF file format. The first method that we introduced was an online tool that would be available for use no matter what computer or device you’re using The second was chosen specifically because it was FREE and available for both Windows and Mac

● If you’re interested in looking through other options, the ten other converters we introduced should provide a healthy lot for you to choose from — with various levels of usefulness depending on what you need an AIFF Converter.

Are You Fed up with Viewing Static and Stagnant Pictures Captured in Your Memorable Moments? You Can Present the Historical Moments of Your Life Creatively by Adding the Ken Burns Effect. You Might Be Wondering How, Here Is the Solution

How to Make Ken Burns Effect in Final Cut Pro?

Liza Brown

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Ken Burns Effect is an advanced feature of Final Cut Pro that allows users to add creative animations to their videos and images within minutes. You just need to select your picture, add movements to the clip, and choose the start and the end position to produce high-resolution stills. Besides, you can do a tilt, zoom in, a pan, or a combination of these three moves on a single image. This way, you can use the Ken Burns Effect to highlight the stimulating features in your photograph and save your memories in the form of innovative and high-definition animated clips.

This article introduces the readers to Final Cut Pro and explains how to add the Ken Burns Effect in 8 simple steps.

• Part 1: How to Make a Ken Burns Effect in Final Cut Pro?[detaied steps]
• Part 2: How to add the Ken Burns Effect to Multiple Camera Movements?
• Extensive Reading: Why Ken Burns Effect is Named after Ken Burns?

Part 1: How to Make a Ken Burns Effect in Final Cut Pro?

Final Cut Pro is user-friendly software and makes it easy for you to create a Ken Burns Effect without having advanced skills and expertise. So, are you interested in knowing the best part? Given below are a few simple steps to create Ken Burns Effect and make your pictures and videos look adorable.

Step 1: Add Images to the Timeline

First of all, you should specify a name for your project and add photos to the timeline in Final Cut Pro. For this purpose, select multiple photos and press E. A clip will be added to the timeline as shown in figure 1.

Step 2: Check Your Settings

As you can see, our timeline has no other video clip. Hence, Final Cut Pro will not recognize the clip until you adjust the video properties such as format, resolution, and rate, etc. For this purpose, click OK to use your preferred settings and press Shift + Z to fit the picture to your timeline window. Once you’re done it’s time to apply the Ken Burns Effect.

Step 3: Add the Ken Burns Effect

The Ken Burns Effect is used to focus on specific parts of an image and bring motionless content in to provoke emotional reactions. Follow these steps to add the Ken Burns Effect:

1. Select the clip or picture;
2. See the lower left of the viewer;
3. Go to the Viewer window using the drop-down menu;
4. Tap on the pop-up menu located in the bottom left-hand corner;
5. Choose the Crop option from the menu or press Shift + C;
6. Press the Ken Burns button in the Crop onscreen controls to add the effect; and
7. Finally, notice the start frame and the end frame controls.

Step 4: Customize Your Effect

In the Ken Burns display, you can see the controls for adjusting the panning and zooms effects by changing the size and position of two-colored rectangles overlaying on the clip. To customize the Ken Burns effect:

1. Adjust the green rectangle’s size and position to set the start position;
2. Adjust the red rectangle’s size and position to set the end position;
3. The arrow depicts the direction of camera position between start and end position;
4. In the top left-hand corner, click on the Swap button to exchange the two positions as per your requirements;
5. You can see the preview of the animation on the screen.

Step 5: Add a Freeze Frame

You’re not done yet because you need to hold your picture at the end of the animation. For this purpose, you should create a freezing frame at the end of the clip to make Ken Burns do this. Here’s the deal:

1. Press the Down arrow followed by the Left arrow to go to the last frame;
2. Press Option-F to add a freeze-frame;
3. Make sure that your added frame matches the ending frame of the Ken Burns Effect.

Step 6: Adjust the Duration of the Freeze Frame

The users can also adjust the speed of the animation and the duration of the freeze-frame by trimming your clip. For this purpose, trim the length as per your requirement and it will optimize the speed as shown in figure 6.

Step 7: Swap the Start and End Frame

Now, swap the start and ending frame as per your preference for the Ken Burns animation. Here’s how you can do this:

1. Click on the Swap button;
2. The start frame will match the still frame (previous one);
3. Grab the end frame and move it to your desired position;
4. Apply enough zoom in to make the black areas disappear;
5. Preview to see how your animation looks.

Step 8: Play/Preview Looping

After you have optimized the speed of the Ken Burns Effect by trimming the clip’s length and have widened the shot to include everyone, it’s time to preview the changes you have made. Given below are simple steps:

• Press the Play Loop button;
• Tap on the Pause icon and return to editing;
• Click Done and enjoy your animation.

Seems a little complicated? Filmora allows users to do Ken Burns effect, or pan and zoom effect, in much easier steps, click to download and have a try!

Part 2: How to add the Ken Burns Effect to Multiple Camera Movements?

Although you can apply a single Ken Burns movement to your image, you can still give the impression of multiple movements being used. This means the Ken Burns Effect can be added to multiple camera movements by duplicating the photo and building numerous movements in sequence.

1. Add the first camera movement to your image;
2. Duplicate the clip by click and drag option or copy and paste option;
3. Press the Swap button in the Ken Burns settings to reverse the start and end positions;
4. Verify if multiple camera movements have been added.

Extensive Reading: Why Ken Burns Effect is Named after Ken Burns?

What is the Ken Burns Effect?

The Ken Burns Effect is a feature in Final Cut Pro to create a pan and zoom effect by using your predefined start and end positions. Basically, it is a crop effect with one crop at the start of the clip while the other at the end. Ken Burns Effect can be further customized by adjusting the smoothness of the animation. While creating a Ken Burns Effect, the motion applied to the video clips gets automatically smoothed to accelerate and decelerate the movement slowly at the start and the end of the animation.

Why the Effect is named after Ken Burns?

Now, as you have learned the purpose of the Ken Burns Effect, you must be curious about its name. It is named after American documentarian Ken Burns, who is known for his instantly recognizable and highly influential visual aesthetic. Surprisingly, Ken Burns did not invent this Ken Burns Effect; rather, it has existed for decades. You might be wondering why the technique was then named after Ken Burns. This was due to the persistent and adroit use of this technique that it is now known as the Ken Burns Effect.

What are the Applications of Ken Burns Effect?

Primarily, the Ken Burns Effect is used due to the unavailability of a film or video. The technique gives action to still photographs to glorify the subjects of interest like couples in wedding photography. It gets better and better as you apply simulated parallax with Ken Burns Effect to make your 2D images appear as 3D plus advanced zooming visuals. You can also use the Ken Burns effect to make a video of your graduation ceremony pictures or memorable moments of reunion. Ken Burns Effect is also used in documentaries by professional filmmakers and editors.

Conclusion

Adding animated effects to your pictures and videos makes them look gorgeous. This is crazy, isn’t it, when you impress your peers with your editing skills. So, what’s the bottom line of this whole discussion? Try adding the Ken Burns Effect with Final Cut Pro to create a pan and zoom effect on your pictures and clips get the output in your desired format.

Liza Brown

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

Follow @Liza Brown

Liza Brown

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Ken Burns Effect is an advanced feature of Final Cut Pro that allows users to add creative animations to their videos and images within minutes. You just need to select your picture, add movements to the clip, and choose the start and the end position to produce high-resolution stills. Besides, you can do a tilt, zoom in, a pan, or a combination of these three moves on a single image. This way, you can use the Ken Burns Effect to highlight the stimulating features in your photograph and save your memories in the form of innovative and high-definition animated clips.

This article introduces the readers to Final Cut Pro and explains how to add the Ken Burns Effect in 8 simple steps.

• Part 1: How to Make a Ken Burns Effect in Final Cut Pro?[detaied steps]
• Part 2: How to add the Ken Burns Effect to Multiple Camera Movements?
• Extensive Reading: Why Ken Burns Effect is Named after Ken Burns?

Part 1: How to Make a Ken Burns Effect in Final Cut Pro?

Final Cut Pro is user-friendly software and makes it easy for you to create a Ken Burns Effect without having advanced skills and expertise. So, are you interested in knowing the best part? Given below are a few simple steps to create Ken Burns Effect and make your pictures and videos look adorable.

Step 1: Add Images to the Timeline

First of all, you should specify a name for your project and add photos to the timeline in Final Cut Pro. For this purpose, select multiple photos and press E. A clip will be added to the timeline as shown in figure 1.

Step 2: Check Your Settings

As you can see, our timeline has no other video clip. Hence, Final Cut Pro will not recognize the clip until you adjust the video properties such as format, resolution, and rate, etc. For this purpose, click OK to use your preferred settings and press Shift + Z to fit the picture to your timeline window. Once you’re done it’s time to apply the Ken Burns Effect.

Step 3: Add the Ken Burns Effect

The Ken Burns Effect is used to focus on specific parts of an image and bring motionless content in to provoke emotional reactions. Follow these steps to add the Ken Burns Effect:

1. Select the clip or picture;
2. See the lower left of the viewer;
3. Go to the Viewer window using the drop-down menu;
4. Tap on the pop-up menu located in the bottom left-hand corner;
5. Choose the Crop option from the menu or press Shift + C;
6. Press the Ken Burns button in the Crop onscreen controls to add the effect; and
7. Finally, notice the start frame and the end frame controls.

Step 4: Customize Your Effect

In the Ken Burns display, you can see the controls for adjusting the panning and zooms effects by changing the size and position of two-colored rectangles overlaying on the clip. To customize the Ken Burns effect:

1. Adjust the green rectangle’s size and position to set the start position;
2. Adjust the red rectangle’s size and position to set the end position;
3. The arrow depicts the direction of camera position between start and end position;
4. In the top left-hand corner, click on the Swap button to exchange the two positions as per your requirements;
5. You can see the preview of the animation on the screen.

Step 5: Add a Freeze Frame

You’re not done yet because you need to hold your picture at the end of the animation. For this purpose, you should create a freezing frame at the end of the clip to make Ken Burns do this. Here’s the deal:

1. Press the Down arrow followed by the Left arrow to go to the last frame;
2. Press Option-F to add a freeze-frame;
3. Make sure that your added frame matches the ending frame of the Ken Burns Effect.

Step 6: Adjust the Duration of the Freeze Frame

The users can also adjust the speed of the animation and the duration of the freeze-frame by trimming your clip. For this purpose, trim the length as per your requirement and it will optimize the speed as shown in figure 6.

Step 7: Swap the Start and End Frame

Now, swap the start and ending frame as per your preference for the Ken Burns animation. Here’s how you can do this:

1. Click on the Swap button;
2. The start frame will match the still frame (previous one);
3. Grab the end frame and move it to your desired position;
4. Apply enough zoom in to make the black areas disappear;
5. Preview to see how your animation looks.

Step 8: Play/Preview Looping

After you have optimized the speed of the Ken Burns Effect by trimming the clip’s length and have widened the shot to include everyone, it’s time to preview the changes you have made. Given below are simple steps:

• Press the Play Loop button;
• Tap on the Pause icon and return to editing;
• Click Done and enjoy your animation.

Seems a little complicated? Filmora allows users to do Ken Burns effect, or pan and zoom effect, in much easier steps, click to download and have a try!

Part 2: How to add the Ken Burns Effect to Multiple Camera Movements?

Although you can apply a single Ken Burns movement to your image, you can still give the impression of multiple movements being used. This means the Ken Burns Effect can be added to multiple camera movements by duplicating the photo and building numerous movements in sequence.

1. Add the first camera movement to your image;
2. Duplicate the clip by click and drag option or copy and paste option;
3. Press the Swap button in the Ken Burns settings to reverse the start and end positions;
4. Verify if multiple camera movements have been added.

Extensive Reading: Why Ken Burns Effect is Named after Ken Burns?

What is the Ken Burns Effect?

The Ken Burns Effect is a feature in Final Cut Pro to create a pan and zoom effect by using your predefined start and end positions. Basically, it is a crop effect with one crop at the start of the clip while the other at the end. Ken Burns Effect can be further customized by adjusting the smoothness of the animation. While creating a Ken Burns Effect, the motion applied to the video clips gets automatically smoothed to accelerate and decelerate the movement slowly at the start and the end of the animation.

Why the Effect is named after Ken Burns?

Now, as you have learned the purpose of the Ken Burns Effect, you must be curious about its name. It is named after American documentarian Ken Burns, who is known for his instantly recognizable and highly influential visual aesthetic. Surprisingly, Ken Burns did not invent this Ken Burns Effect; rather, it has existed for decades. You might be wondering why the technique was then named after Ken Burns. This was due to the persistent and adroit use of this technique that it is now known as the Ken Burns Effect.

What are the Applications of Ken Burns Effect?

Primarily, the Ken Burns Effect is used due to the unavailability of a film or video. The technique gives action to still photographs to glorify the subjects of interest like couples in wedding photography. It gets better and better as you apply simulated parallax with Ken Burns Effect to make your 2D images appear as 3D plus advanced zooming visuals. You can also use the Ken Burns effect to make a video of your graduation ceremony pictures or memorable moments of reunion. Ken Burns Effect is also used in documentaries by professional filmmakers and editors.

Conclusion

Adding animated effects to your pictures and videos makes them look gorgeous. This is crazy, isn’t it, when you impress your peers with your editing skills. So, what’s the bottom line of this whole discussion? Try adding the Ken Burns Effect with Final Cut Pro to create a pan and zoom effect on your pictures and clips get the output in your desired format.

Liza Brown

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

Follow @Liza Brown

Liza Brown

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Ken Burns Effect is an advanced feature of Final Cut Pro that allows users to add creative animations to their videos and images within minutes. You just need to select your picture, add movements to the clip, and choose the start and the end position to produce high-resolution stills. Besides, you can do a tilt, zoom in, a pan, or a combination of these three moves on a single image. This way, you can use the Ken Burns Effect to highlight the stimulating features in your photograph and save your memories in the form of innovative and high-definition animated clips.

This article introduces the readers to Final Cut Pro and explains how to add the Ken Burns Effect in 8 simple steps.

• Part 1: How to Make a Ken Burns Effect in Final Cut Pro?[detaied steps]
• Part 2: How to add the Ken Burns Effect to Multiple Camera Movements?
• Extensive Reading: Why Ken Burns Effect is Named after Ken Burns?

Part 1: How to Make a Ken Burns Effect in Final Cut Pro?

Final Cut Pro is user-friendly software and makes it easy for you to create a Ken Burns Effect without having advanced skills and expertise. So, are you interested in knowing the best part? Given below are a few simple steps to create Ken Burns Effect and make your pictures and videos look adorable.

Step 1: Add Images to the Timeline

First of all, you should specify a name for your project and add photos to the timeline in Final Cut Pro. For this purpose, select multiple photos and press E. A clip will be added to the timeline as shown in figure 1.

Step 2: Check Your Settings

As you can see, our timeline has no other video clip. Hence, Final Cut Pro will not recognize the clip until you adjust the video properties such as format, resolution, and rate, etc. For this purpose, click OK to use your preferred settings and press Shift + Z to fit the picture to your timeline window. Once you’re done it’s time to apply the Ken Burns Effect.

Step 3: Add the Ken Burns Effect

The Ken Burns Effect is used to focus on specific parts of an image and bring motionless content in to provoke emotional reactions. Follow these steps to add the Ken Burns Effect:

1. Select the clip or picture;
2. See the lower left of the viewer;
3. Go to the Viewer window using the drop-down menu;
4. Tap on the pop-up menu located in the bottom left-hand corner;
5. Choose the Crop option from the menu or press Shift + C;
6. Press the Ken Burns button in the Crop onscreen controls to add the effect; and
7. Finally, notice the start frame and the end frame controls.

Step 4: Customize Your Effect

In the Ken Burns display, you can see the controls for adjusting the panning and zooms effects by changing the size and position of two-colored rectangles overlaying on the clip. To customize the Ken Burns effect:

1. Adjust the green rectangle’s size and position to set the start position;
2. Adjust the red rectangle’s size and position to set the end position;
3. The arrow depicts the direction of camera position between start and end position;
4. In the top left-hand corner, click on the Swap button to exchange the two positions as per your requirements;
5. You can see the preview of the animation on the screen.

Step 5: Add a Freeze Frame

You’re not done yet because you need to hold your picture at the end of the animation. For this purpose, you should create a freezing frame at the end of the clip to make Ken Burns do this. Here’s the deal:

1. Press the Down arrow followed by the Left arrow to go to the last frame;
2. Press Option-F to add a freeze-frame;
3. Make sure that your added frame matches the ending frame of the Ken Burns Effect.

Step 6: Adjust the Duration of the Freeze Frame

The users can also adjust the speed of the animation and the duration of the freeze-frame by trimming your clip. For this purpose, trim the length as per your requirement and it will optimize the speed as shown in figure 6.

Step 7: Swap the Start and End Frame

Now, swap the start and ending frame as per your preference for the Ken Burns animation. Here’s how you can do this:

1. Click on the Swap button;
2. The start frame will match the still frame (previous one);
3. Grab the end frame and move it to your desired position;
4. Apply enough zoom in to make the black areas disappear;
5. Preview to see how your animation looks.

Step 8: Play/Preview Looping

After you have optimized the speed of the Ken Burns Effect by trimming the clip’s length and have widened the shot to include everyone, it’s time to preview the changes you have made. Given below are simple steps:

• Press the Play Loop button;
• Tap on the Pause icon and return to editing;
• Click Done and enjoy your animation.

Seems a little complicated? Filmora allows users to do Ken Burns effect, or pan and zoom effect, in much easier steps, click to download and have a try!

Part 2: How to add the Ken Burns Effect to Multiple Camera Movements?

Although you can apply a single Ken Burns movement to your image, you can still give the impression of multiple movements being used. This means the Ken Burns Effect can be added to multiple camera movements by duplicating the photo and building numerous movements in sequence.

1. Add the first camera movement to your image;
2. Duplicate the clip by click and drag option or copy and paste option;
3. Press the Swap button in the Ken Burns settings to reverse the start and end positions;
4. Verify if multiple camera movements have been added.

Extensive Reading: Why Ken Burns Effect is Named after Ken Burns?

What is the Ken Burns Effect?

The Ken Burns Effect is a feature in Final Cut Pro to create a pan and zoom effect by using your predefined start and end positions. Basically, it is a crop effect with one crop at the start of the clip while the other at the end. Ken Burns Effect can be further customized by adjusting the smoothness of the animation. While creating a Ken Burns Effect, the motion applied to the video clips gets automatically smoothed to accelerate and decelerate the movement slowly at the start and the end of the animation.

Why the Effect is named after Ken Burns?

Now, as you have learned the purpose of the Ken Burns Effect, you must be curious about its name. It is named after American documentarian Ken Burns, who is known for his instantly recognizable and highly influential visual aesthetic. Surprisingly, Ken Burns did not invent this Ken Burns Effect; rather, it has existed for decades. You might be wondering why the technique was then named after Ken Burns. This was due to the persistent and adroit use of this technique that it is now known as the Ken Burns Effect.

What are the Applications of Ken Burns Effect?

Primarily, the Ken Burns Effect is used due to the unavailability of a film or video. The technique gives action to still photographs to glorify the subjects of interest like couples in wedding photography. It gets better and better as you apply simulated parallax with Ken Burns Effect to make your 2D images appear as 3D plus advanced zooming visuals. You can also use the Ken Burns effect to make a video of your graduation ceremony pictures or memorable moments of reunion. Ken Burns Effect is also used in documentaries by professional filmmakers and editors.

Conclusion

Adding animated effects to your pictures and videos makes them look gorgeous. This is crazy, isn’t it, when you impress your peers with your editing skills. So, what’s the bottom line of this whole discussion? Try adding the Ken Burns Effect with Final Cut Pro to create a pan and zoom effect on your pictures and clips get the output in your desired format.

Liza Brown

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

Follow @Liza Brown

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Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Ken Burns Effect is an advanced feature of Final Cut Pro that allows users to add creative animations to their videos and images within minutes. You just need to select your picture, add movements to the clip, and choose the start and the end position to produce high-resolution stills. Besides, you can do a tilt, zoom in, a pan, or a combination of these three moves on a single image. This way, you can use the Ken Burns Effect to highlight the stimulating features in your photograph and save your memories in the form of innovative and high-definition animated clips.

This article introduces the readers to Final Cut Pro and explains how to add the Ken Burns Effect in 8 simple steps.

• Part 1: How to Make a Ken Burns Effect in Final Cut Pro?[detaied steps]
• Part 2: How to add the Ken Burns Effect to Multiple Camera Movements?
• Extensive Reading: Why Ken Burns Effect is Named after Ken Burns?

Part 1: How to Make a Ken Burns Effect in Final Cut Pro?

Final Cut Pro is user-friendly software and makes it easy for you to create a Ken Burns Effect without having advanced skills and expertise. So, are you interested in knowing the best part? Given below are a few simple steps to create Ken Burns Effect and make your pictures and videos look adorable.

Step 1: Add Images to the Timeline

First of all, you should specify a name for your project and add photos to the timeline in Final Cut Pro. For this purpose, select multiple photos and press E. A clip will be added to the timeline as shown in figure 1.

Step 2: Check Your Settings

As you can see, our timeline has no other video clip. Hence, Final Cut Pro will not recognize the clip until you adjust the video properties such as format, resolution, and rate, etc. For this purpose, click OK to use your preferred settings and press Shift + Z to fit the picture to your timeline window. Once you’re done it’s time to apply the Ken Burns Effect.

Step 3: Add the Ken Burns Effect

The Ken Burns Effect is used to focus on specific parts of an image and bring motionless content in to provoke emotional reactions. Follow these steps to add the Ken Burns Effect:

1. Select the clip or picture;
2. See the lower left of the viewer;
3. Go to the Viewer window using the drop-down menu;
4. Tap on the pop-up menu located in the bottom left-hand corner;
5. Choose the Crop option from the menu or press Shift + C;
6. Press the Ken Burns button in the Crop onscreen controls to add the effect; and
7. Finally, notice the start frame and the end frame controls.

Step 4: Customize Your Effect

In the Ken Burns display, you can see the controls for adjusting the panning and zooms effects by changing the size and position of two-colored rectangles overlaying on the clip. To customize the Ken Burns effect:

1. Adjust the green rectangle’s size and position to set the start position;
2. Adjust the red rectangle’s size and position to set the end position;
3. The arrow depicts the direction of camera position between start and end position;
4. In the top left-hand corner, click on the Swap button to exchange the two positions as per your requirements;
5. You can see the preview of the animation on the screen.

Step 5: Add a Freeze Frame

You’re not done yet because you need to hold your picture at the end of the animation. For this purpose, you should create a freezing frame at the end of the clip to make Ken Burns do this. Here’s the deal:

1. Press the Down arrow followed by the Left arrow to go to the last frame;
2. Press Option-F to add a freeze-frame;
3. Make sure that your added frame matches the ending frame of the Ken Burns Effect.

Step 6: Adjust the Duration of the Freeze Frame

The users can also adjust the speed of the animation and the duration of the freeze-frame by trimming your clip. For this purpose, trim the length as per your requirement and it will optimize the speed as shown in figure 6.

Step 7: Swap the Start and End Frame

Now, swap the start and ending frame as per your preference for the Ken Burns animation. Here’s how you can do this:

1. Click on the Swap button;
2. The start frame will match the still frame (previous one);
3. Grab the end frame and move it to your desired position;
4. Apply enough zoom in to make the black areas disappear;
5. Preview to see how your animation looks.

Step 8: Play/Preview Looping

After you have optimized the speed of the Ken Burns Effect by trimming the clip’s length and have widened the shot to include everyone, it’s time to preview the changes you have made. Given below are simple steps:

• Press the Play Loop button;
• Tap on the Pause icon and return to editing;
• Click Done and enjoy your animation.

Seems a little complicated? Filmora allows users to do Ken Burns effect, or pan and zoom effect, in much easier steps, click to download and have a try!

Part 2: How to add the Ken Burns Effect to Multiple Camera Movements?

Although you can apply a single Ken Burns movement to your image, you can still give the impression of multiple movements being used. This means the Ken Burns Effect can be added to multiple camera movements by duplicating the photo and building numerous movements in sequence.

1. Add the first camera movement to your image;
2. Duplicate the clip by click and drag option or copy and paste option;
3. Press the Swap button in the Ken Burns settings to reverse the start and end positions;
4. Verify if multiple camera movements have been added.

Extensive Reading: Why Ken Burns Effect is Named after Ken Burns?

What is the Ken Burns Effect?

The Ken Burns Effect is a feature in Final Cut Pro to create a pan and zoom effect by using your predefined start and end positions. Basically, it is a crop effect with one crop at the start of the clip while the other at the end. Ken Burns Effect can be further customized by adjusting the smoothness of the animation. While creating a Ken Burns Effect, the motion applied to the video clips gets automatically smoothed to accelerate and decelerate the movement slowly at the start and the end of the animation.

Why the Effect is named after Ken Burns?

Now, as you have learned the purpose of the Ken Burns Effect, you must be curious about its name. It is named after American documentarian Ken Burns, who is known for his instantly recognizable and highly influential visual aesthetic. Surprisingly, Ken Burns did not invent this Ken Burns Effect; rather, it has existed for decades. You might be wondering why the technique was then named after Ken Burns. This was due to the persistent and adroit use of this technique that it is now known as the Ken Burns Effect.

What are the Applications of Ken Burns Effect?

Primarily, the Ken Burns Effect is used due to the unavailability of a film or video. The technique gives action to still photographs to glorify the subjects of interest like couples in wedding photography. It gets better and better as you apply simulated parallax with Ken Burns Effect to make your 2D images appear as 3D plus advanced zooming visuals. You can also use the Ken Burns effect to make a video of your graduation ceremony pictures or memorable moments of reunion. Ken Burns Effect is also used in documentaries by professional filmmakers and editors.

Conclusion

Adding animated effects to your pictures and videos makes them look gorgeous. This is crazy, isn’t it, when you impress your peers with your editing skills. So, what’s the bottom line of this whole discussion? Try adding the Ken Burns Effect with Final Cut Pro to create a pan and zoom effect on your pictures and clips get the output in your desired format.

Liza Brown

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

Follow @Liza Brown

The Science Behind Instagram Video Dimensions: Aspect Ratios Uncovered

BEST Video Dimensions for Instagram? Aspect Ratios Explained

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Numerous effects to choose from

Detailed tutorials provided by the official channel

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Instagram is an immensely popular application worldwide that can easily help you to boost your market and brand value and promote your business. However, it also requires some technical specifications.

In this article

01 [Instagram Video Size Requirements and Why They Matter](#Part 1)

02 [How to Change Instagram Aspect Ratio](#Part 2)

03 [5 Tools for Creating and Editing Instagram Videos](#Part 3)

Part 1 Instagram Video Size Requirements and Why They Matter

Instagram is also a usual social media platform like all the other ones. Just similar to the rest, Instagram also has some technical requirements for its posts and videos. It is because a perfect size requirement makes the videos more professional and engaging. On Instagram, size requirements are not limited to the dimensions only there are many other aspects that make a video on Instagram have a high quality and worth sharing. These may include the Instagram video aspect ratio and file size too.

01What is the largest file size allowed on Instagram?

The largest file size that is allowed on Instagram is 1920*1080 PX.

02Are 1920 x 1080 files ok on Instagram?

Nowadays,the most suitable file size on Instagram is 1920*1080 PX. This is because this size goes well on Instagram stories, reels, IGTV videos, live videos, etc. As per the increased demand, the quality of the videos has also been improved.

03The ideal ratio and resolution for Instagram posts

The ideal ratio for Instagram posts is 9:16 and the best resolution is 1080*1920 PX.

*****With the correct video settings one can flawlessly post his videos for his followers. Here mentioned are some types of video post that can show you the ideal aspect ratio and best resolution for Instagram:

❶ Instagram reels

● Description: Reels are seen vertically on the mobile phones. Also these are shot using the Instagram application only so you can take the advantage of transitions and effects present within the application to create your reels effectively. The maximum length for Instagram reels must be 60 seconds. Usually the bottom part of these reel videos is for captions and descriptions, so there should be no important information at that place.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: The ideal aspect ratio for Instagram reels is 9:16.

● Best Resolution: For Instagram reels; best recommended resolution is 1080*1920 PX.

❷ Instagram Feed

● Description: The first thing that a user sees is the feed as soon he opens his Instagram. People love to scroll their Instagram feeds and this is the reason why feed videos are getting popular day by day. Instagram feed supports so many sizes and dimensions of the videos. As this app does not rotate on smartphones so it is better to keep the resolution less.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: For your feed videos, best aspect ratio would be 4:5.

● Best Resolution: The videos must have the resolution of 1080 by 1350 PX so that they can be considered as the best one.

❸ Instagram IGTV videos

● Description: IGTV videos have become popular these days as they are the best source to play videos of long duration on Instagram. These videos particularly come on your screen with a preview of 15 to 20 seconds and further the complete IGTV video is aligned with it. As there are two things to consider when it comes to IGTV video, you must keep the best possible video aspect and resolution on the ground.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: IGTV videos on Instagram have an ideal aspect ratio of 9:16.

● Best Resolution: If you are posting IGTV videos on your Instagram account then the best resolution must be1080*1920 PX.

❹ Instagram stories

● Description: Instagram stories drag people’s attention effectively. However, these videos can only be of 15 seconds and in case any longer video is posted then it splits into several segments of 15 seconds until it completes 1 minute. The videos allow engaging features and support candid also.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: As users prefer to watch the stories in full screen so the best aspect ratio for such purpose must be 9:16.

● Best Resolution: The best resolution for Instagram stories is 1080*1920 PX.

❺ Instagram live videos

● Description: As the live videos reach to the audience as soon they are created so it is a matter of consideration to keep the video tact. The live streaming videos are kept horizontal and can’t be changed to vertical so it the size and dimensions must be according to the protocols.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: If you talk about ideal aspect ratio for live videos then it should be 9:16.

● Best Resolution: 1080*1920 PX would be the best resolution for your Instagram live videos.

❻ Instagram Carousel videos

● Description: Through this you can post multiple videos on Instagram at a time. This is done in a consecutive order. If you want to tell a process to your viewers or just tell a story to them then these videos can be best for you. These videos can be square or landscape depending on the needs.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: As these videos constitute of many at once so the ideal aspect ratio for these videos can be 4:5.

● Best Resolution: 1080*1350 PX can be the best resolution for these videos.

Part 2 How to Change Instagram Aspect Ratio

All you need to do is follow some simple steps to change the Instagram video ratio and resize it into the desired ones:

Step 1: First of all, you will need to download any video editing tool from play store. It is better to keep a thorough check on all the available options and choose the best amongst them that has all the latest features.

Step 2: Next you will need to choose the video that you want to crop or edit and then click on check at the tool bar present on the corner.

Step 3: Further you will see your video on the screen and also the various aspect ratios below the video on your screen.

Step 4: Now choose amongst the aspect ratios that you want to crop your video in and then simply slide the video using your frame via the frame that will appear there.

Step 5: Select the corners and crop the video according. Once you are done, click on the icon of downloading and save it to the camera roll. Further you can post your edited wherever you want.

Part 3 5 Tools for Creating and Editing Instagram Videos

Creating videos on Instagram is quite easier and interesting. All you need to have the right tools to do so. Here mentioned are some tools that you can use for creating interesting and impressive Instagram videos:

01Quik

Quik is a popular video editing tool that is used to edit the videos shot on other devices too. You can edit the images also. This tool is built by GoPro. Main features of this tool are as follows:

● You can import maximum 500 items at a particular time using this tool.

● Music and text can also be added with emojis, text overlays and title slides.

● There is a large collection of filters amongst which you can choose the best for you.

● You can import files in MOV and MP4 formats.

● Footage can be played in slow as well as fast motion.

02 Adobe premiere rush

It is a free video editing tool that makes the use of AI. In this tool, you can get two different types of editing. First one is freeform, in which, you can control all the desired aspects of editing. The other one is automatic mode, in which, the video gets smooth transitions and get created automatically.

● This tool has the feature of sync to cloud.

● You can download videos from and on any device that you want.

● In this tool, you can get the features of built-in filters, texts, and transitions, etc.

● This tool is free to use and download.

● You will also get 2GB of storage space for free.

03Horizon

Horizon is one of those tools that allow full screen recording of the videos. In this tool, you can create the videos in vertical as well as in landscape format. The core features of this tool are:

● You can shoot videos using this tool in a resolution of 2k.

● It also allows direct to application uploads of videos and footages.

● This tool has the feature of some amazing real time filters.

● The free version of this tool limits its features. However, you can unlock all the features by purchasing the paid version.

● These videos can be shot in fast and slow motions.

01**Wondershare Filmora Video Editor **

This video tool is specially meant for all the video creators who want to empower their imagination. This tool is laced with many additional features to make your videos more exciting and engaging. Some of these features are:

● In this tool, you can get overlays, filters, custom titles andtransitions, etc.

● You can import multiple videos at a time with latest effects.

● You can utilize 100 layers of different media to make your videos and stories easily.

● Audio editing features and removal of background sounds make your videos more amazing and impressive.

● Here, you can also get professional 3D LUTs and advanced correction of colors in the videos and images.

Try It Free

For Win 7 or later (64-bit)

Try It Free

For macOS 10.12 or later

05Inshot

This is a simple tool used for video editing. Its simple features make it less complex than other such tools. This tool can easily be used on Androids and iOS. Have a look on some of its features:

● The videos can be trimmed, split and cut using this tool and you can also add text and stickers to them.

● Audio and volume can easily be adjusted and set accordingly with features of video flipping and rotation.

● This tool provides you with the features of adjusting the aspect ratio and also blurs the unused background areas.

● Slow and fast motion affects add some more quality to your videos.

● You can get this tool absolutely free with upgrading options.

Key Takeaways from This Episode

● Instagram is a popular social media platform that can be used for promoting and advertising the brands and products. Also here videos are made and uploaded for recreational and educational purposes. However, these videos need to withstand specific requirements.

● If your videos meet all the necessary requirements as per the Instagram protocols, then it can boost your social media value and also leave a positive impact on the marketing accounts.

● There are various tools that are used at a wide range to make such videos. Also tools like Filmora can be used to create and edit Instagram videos more effectively.

Try It Free Try It Free

Instagram is an immensely popular application worldwide that can easily help you to boost your market and brand value and promote your business. However, it also requires some technical specifications.

In this article

01 [Instagram Video Size Requirements and Why They Matter](#Part 1)

02 [How to Change Instagram Aspect Ratio](#Part 2)

03 [5 Tools for Creating and Editing Instagram Videos](#Part 3)

Part 1 Instagram Video Size Requirements and Why They Matter

Instagram is also a usual social media platform like all the other ones. Just similar to the rest, Instagram also has some technical requirements for its posts and videos. It is because a perfect size requirement makes the videos more professional and engaging. On Instagram, size requirements are not limited to the dimensions only there are many other aspects that make a video on Instagram have a high quality and worth sharing. These may include the Instagram video aspect ratio and file size too.

01What is the largest file size allowed on Instagram?

The largest file size that is allowed on Instagram is 1920*1080 PX.

02Are 1920 x 1080 files ok on Instagram?

Nowadays,the most suitable file size on Instagram is 1920*1080 PX. This is because this size goes well on Instagram stories, reels, IGTV videos, live videos, etc. As per the increased demand, the quality of the videos has also been improved.

03The ideal ratio and resolution for Instagram posts

The ideal ratio for Instagram posts is 9:16 and the best resolution is 1080*1920 PX.

*****With the correct video settings one can flawlessly post his videos for his followers. Here mentioned are some types of video post that can show you the ideal aspect ratio and best resolution for Instagram:

❶ Instagram reels

● Description: Reels are seen vertically on the mobile phones. Also these are shot using the Instagram application only so you can take the advantage of transitions and effects present within the application to create your reels effectively. The maximum length for Instagram reels must be 60 seconds. Usually the bottom part of these reel videos is for captions and descriptions, so there should be no important information at that place.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: The ideal aspect ratio for Instagram reels is 9:16.

● Best Resolution: For Instagram reels; best recommended resolution is 1080*1920 PX.

❷ Instagram Feed

● Description: The first thing that a user sees is the feed as soon he opens his Instagram. People love to scroll their Instagram feeds and this is the reason why feed videos are getting popular day by day. Instagram feed supports so many sizes and dimensions of the videos. As this app does not rotate on smartphones so it is better to keep the resolution less.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: For your feed videos, best aspect ratio would be 4:5.

● Best Resolution: The videos must have the resolution of 1080 by 1350 PX so that they can be considered as the best one.

❸ Instagram IGTV videos

● Description: IGTV videos have become popular these days as they are the best source to play videos of long duration on Instagram. These videos particularly come on your screen with a preview of 15 to 20 seconds and further the complete IGTV video is aligned with it. As there are two things to consider when it comes to IGTV video, you must keep the best possible video aspect and resolution on the ground.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: IGTV videos on Instagram have an ideal aspect ratio of 9:16.

● Best Resolution: If you are posting IGTV videos on your Instagram account then the best resolution must be1080*1920 PX.

❹ Instagram stories

● Description: Instagram stories drag people’s attention effectively. However, these videos can only be of 15 seconds and in case any longer video is posted then it splits into several segments of 15 seconds until it completes 1 minute. The videos allow engaging features and support candid also.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: As users prefer to watch the stories in full screen so the best aspect ratio for such purpose must be 9:16.

● Best Resolution: The best resolution for Instagram stories is 1080*1920 PX.

❺ Instagram live videos

● Description: As the live videos reach to the audience as soon they are created so it is a matter of consideration to keep the video tact. The live streaming videos are kept horizontal and can’t be changed to vertical so it the size and dimensions must be according to the protocols.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: If you talk about ideal aspect ratio for live videos then it should be 9:16.

● Best Resolution: 1080*1920 PX would be the best resolution for your Instagram live videos.

❻ Instagram Carousel videos

● Description: Through this you can post multiple videos on Instagram at a time. This is done in a consecutive order. If you want to tell a process to your viewers or just tell a story to them then these videos can be best for you. These videos can be square or landscape depending on the needs.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: As these videos constitute of many at once so the ideal aspect ratio for these videos can be 4:5.

● Best Resolution: 1080*1350 PX can be the best resolution for these videos.

Part 2 How to Change Instagram Aspect Ratio

All you need to do is follow some simple steps to change the Instagram video ratio and resize it into the desired ones:

Step 1: First of all, you will need to download any video editing tool from play store. It is better to keep a thorough check on all the available options and choose the best amongst them that has all the latest features.

Step 2: Next you will need to choose the video that you want to crop or edit and then click on check at the tool bar present on the corner.

Step 3: Further you will see your video on the screen and also the various aspect ratios below the video on your screen.

Step 4: Now choose amongst the aspect ratios that you want to crop your video in and then simply slide the video using your frame via the frame that will appear there.

Step 5: Select the corners and crop the video according. Once you are done, click on the icon of downloading and save it to the camera roll. Further you can post your edited wherever you want.

Part 3 5 Tools for Creating and Editing Instagram Videos

Creating videos on Instagram is quite easier and interesting. All you need to have the right tools to do so. Here mentioned are some tools that you can use for creating interesting and impressive Instagram videos:

01Quik

Quik is a popular video editing tool that is used to edit the videos shot on other devices too. You can edit the images also. This tool is built by GoPro. Main features of this tool are as follows:

● You can import maximum 500 items at a particular time using this tool.

● Music and text can also be added with emojis, text overlays and title slides.

● There is a large collection of filters amongst which you can choose the best for you.

● You can import files in MOV and MP4 formats.

● Footage can be played in slow as well as fast motion.

02 Adobe premiere rush

It is a free video editing tool that makes the use of AI. In this tool, you can get two different types of editing. First one is freeform, in which, you can control all the desired aspects of editing. The other one is automatic mode, in which, the video gets smooth transitions and get created automatically.

● This tool has the feature of sync to cloud.

● You can download videos from and on any device that you want.

● In this tool, you can get the features of built-in filters, texts, and transitions, etc.

● This tool is free to use and download.

● You will also get 2GB of storage space for free.

03Horizon

Horizon is one of those tools that allow full screen recording of the videos. In this tool, you can create the videos in vertical as well as in landscape format. The core features of this tool are:

● You can shoot videos using this tool in a resolution of 2k.

● It also allows direct to application uploads of videos and footages.

● This tool has the feature of some amazing real time filters.

● The free version of this tool limits its features. However, you can unlock all the features by purchasing the paid version.

● These videos can be shot in fast and slow motions.

01**Wondershare Filmora Video Editor **

This video tool is specially meant for all the video creators who want to empower their imagination. This tool is laced with many additional features to make your videos more exciting and engaging. Some of these features are:

● In this tool, you can get overlays, filters, custom titles andtransitions, etc.

● You can import multiple videos at a time with latest effects.

● You can utilize 100 layers of different media to make your videos and stories easily.

● Audio editing features and removal of background sounds make your videos more amazing and impressive.

● Here, you can also get professional 3D LUTs and advanced correction of colors in the videos and images.

Try It Free

For Win 7 or later (64-bit)

Try It Free

For macOS 10.12 or later

05Inshot

This is a simple tool used for video editing. Its simple features make it less complex than other such tools. This tool can easily be used on Androids and iOS. Have a look on some of its features:

● The videos can be trimmed, split and cut using this tool and you can also add text and stickers to them.

● Audio and volume can easily be adjusted and set accordingly with features of video flipping and rotation.

● This tool provides you with the features of adjusting the aspect ratio and also blurs the unused background areas.

● Slow and fast motion affects add some more quality to your videos.

● You can get this tool absolutely free with upgrading options.

Key Takeaways from This Episode

● Instagram is a popular social media platform that can be used for promoting and advertising the brands and products. Also here videos are made and uploaded for recreational and educational purposes. However, these videos need to withstand specific requirements.

● If your videos meet all the necessary requirements as per the Instagram protocols, then it can boost your social media value and also leave a positive impact on the marketing accounts.

● There are various tools that are used at a wide range to make such videos. Also tools like Filmora can be used to create and edit Instagram videos more effectively.

Try It Free Try It Free

Instagram is an immensely popular application worldwide that can easily help you to boost your market and brand value and promote your business. However, it also requires some technical specifications.

In this article

01 [Instagram Video Size Requirements and Why They Matter](#Part 1)

02 [How to Change Instagram Aspect Ratio](#Part 2)

03 [5 Tools for Creating and Editing Instagram Videos](#Part 3)

Part 1 Instagram Video Size Requirements and Why They Matter

Instagram is also a usual social media platform like all the other ones. Just similar to the rest, Instagram also has some technical requirements for its posts and videos. It is because a perfect size requirement makes the videos more professional and engaging. On Instagram, size requirements are not limited to the dimensions only there are many other aspects that make a video on Instagram have a high quality and worth sharing. These may include the Instagram video aspect ratio and file size too.

01What is the largest file size allowed on Instagram?

The largest file size that is allowed on Instagram is 1920*1080 PX.

02Are 1920 x 1080 files ok on Instagram?

Nowadays,the most suitable file size on Instagram is 1920*1080 PX. This is because this size goes well on Instagram stories, reels, IGTV videos, live videos, etc. As per the increased demand, the quality of the videos has also been improved.

03The ideal ratio and resolution for Instagram posts

The ideal ratio for Instagram posts is 9:16 and the best resolution is 1080*1920 PX.

*****With the correct video settings one can flawlessly post his videos for his followers. Here mentioned are some types of video post that can show you the ideal aspect ratio and best resolution for Instagram:

❶ Instagram reels

● Description: Reels are seen vertically on the mobile phones. Also these are shot using the Instagram application only so you can take the advantage of transitions and effects present within the application to create your reels effectively. The maximum length for Instagram reels must be 60 seconds. Usually the bottom part of these reel videos is for captions and descriptions, so there should be no important information at that place.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: The ideal aspect ratio for Instagram reels is 9:16.

● Best Resolution: For Instagram reels; best recommended resolution is 1080*1920 PX.

❷ Instagram Feed

● Description: The first thing that a user sees is the feed as soon he opens his Instagram. People love to scroll their Instagram feeds and this is the reason why feed videos are getting popular day by day. Instagram feed supports so many sizes and dimensions of the videos. As this app does not rotate on smartphones so it is better to keep the resolution less.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: For your feed videos, best aspect ratio would be 4:5.

● Best Resolution: The videos must have the resolution of 1080 by 1350 PX so that they can be considered as the best one.

❸ Instagram IGTV videos

● Description: IGTV videos have become popular these days as they are the best source to play videos of long duration on Instagram. These videos particularly come on your screen with a preview of 15 to 20 seconds and further the complete IGTV video is aligned with it. As there are two things to consider when it comes to IGTV video, you must keep the best possible video aspect and resolution on the ground.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: IGTV videos on Instagram have an ideal aspect ratio of 9:16.

● Best Resolution: If you are posting IGTV videos on your Instagram account then the best resolution must be1080*1920 PX.

❹ Instagram stories

● Description: Instagram stories drag people’s attention effectively. However, these videos can only be of 15 seconds and in case any longer video is posted then it splits into several segments of 15 seconds until it completes 1 minute. The videos allow engaging features and support candid also.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: As users prefer to watch the stories in full screen so the best aspect ratio for such purpose must be 9:16.

● Best Resolution: The best resolution for Instagram stories is 1080*1920 PX.

❺ Instagram live videos

● Description: As the live videos reach to the audience as soon they are created so it is a matter of consideration to keep the video tact. The live streaming videos are kept horizontal and can’t be changed to vertical so it the size and dimensions must be according to the protocols.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: If you talk about ideal aspect ratio for live videos then it should be 9:16.

● Best Resolution: 1080*1920 PX would be the best resolution for your Instagram live videos.

❻ Instagram Carousel videos

● Description: Through this you can post multiple videos on Instagram at a time. This is done in a consecutive order. If you want to tell a process to your viewers or just tell a story to them then these videos can be best for you. These videos can be square or landscape depending on the needs.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: As these videos constitute of many at once so the ideal aspect ratio for these videos can be 4:5.

● Best Resolution: 1080*1350 PX can be the best resolution for these videos.

Part 2 How to Change Instagram Aspect Ratio

All you need to do is follow some simple steps to change the Instagram video ratio and resize it into the desired ones:

Step 1: First of all, you will need to download any video editing tool from play store. It is better to keep a thorough check on all the available options and choose the best amongst them that has all the latest features.

Step 2: Next you will need to choose the video that you want to crop or edit and then click on check at the tool bar present on the corner.

Step 3: Further you will see your video on the screen and also the various aspect ratios below the video on your screen.

Step 4: Now choose amongst the aspect ratios that you want to crop your video in and then simply slide the video using your frame via the frame that will appear there.

Step 5: Select the corners and crop the video according. Once you are done, click on the icon of downloading and save it to the camera roll. Further you can post your edited wherever you want.

Part 3 5 Tools for Creating and Editing Instagram Videos

Creating videos on Instagram is quite easier and interesting. All you need to have the right tools to do so. Here mentioned are some tools that you can use for creating interesting and impressive Instagram videos:

01Quik

Quik is a popular video editing tool that is used to edit the videos shot on other devices too. You can edit the images also. This tool is built by GoPro. Main features of this tool are as follows:

● You can import maximum 500 items at a particular time using this tool.

● Music and text can also be added with emojis, text overlays and title slides.

● There is a large collection of filters amongst which you can choose the best for you.

● You can import files in MOV and MP4 formats.

● Footage can be played in slow as well as fast motion.

02 Adobe premiere rush

It is a free video editing tool that makes the use of AI. In this tool, you can get two different types of editing. First one is freeform, in which, you can control all the desired aspects of editing. The other one is automatic mode, in which, the video gets smooth transitions and get created automatically.

● This tool has the feature of sync to cloud.

● You can download videos from and on any device that you want.

● In this tool, you can get the features of built-in filters, texts, and transitions, etc.

● This tool is free to use and download.

● You will also get 2GB of storage space for free.

03Horizon

Horizon is one of those tools that allow full screen recording of the videos. In this tool, you can create the videos in vertical as well as in landscape format. The core features of this tool are:

● You can shoot videos using this tool in a resolution of 2k.

● It also allows direct to application uploads of videos and footages.

● This tool has the feature of some amazing real time filters.

● The free version of this tool limits its features. However, you can unlock all the features by purchasing the paid version.

● These videos can be shot in fast and slow motions.

01**Wondershare Filmora Video Editor **

This video tool is specially meant for all the video creators who want to empower their imagination. This tool is laced with many additional features to make your videos more exciting and engaging. Some of these features are:

● In this tool, you can get overlays, filters, custom titles andtransitions, etc.

● You can import multiple videos at a time with latest effects.

● You can utilize 100 layers of different media to make your videos and stories easily.

● Audio editing features and removal of background sounds make your videos more amazing and impressive.

● Here, you can also get professional 3D LUTs and advanced correction of colors in the videos and images.

Try It Free

For Win 7 or later (64-bit)

Try It Free

For macOS 10.12 or later

05Inshot

This is a simple tool used for video editing. Its simple features make it less complex than other such tools. This tool can easily be used on Androids and iOS. Have a look on some of its features:

● The videos can be trimmed, split and cut using this tool and you can also add text and stickers to them.

● Audio and volume can easily be adjusted and set accordingly with features of video flipping and rotation.

● This tool provides you with the features of adjusting the aspect ratio and also blurs the unused background areas.

● Slow and fast motion affects add some more quality to your videos.

● You can get this tool absolutely free with upgrading options.

Key Takeaways from This Episode

● Instagram is a popular social media platform that can be used for promoting and advertising the brands and products. Also here videos are made and uploaded for recreational and educational purposes. However, these videos need to withstand specific requirements.

● If your videos meet all the necessary requirements as per the Instagram protocols, then it can boost your social media value and also leave a positive impact on the marketing accounts.

● There are various tools that are used at a wide range to make such videos. Also tools like Filmora can be used to create and edit Instagram videos more effectively.

Try It Free Try It Free

Instagram is an immensely popular application worldwide that can easily help you to boost your market and brand value and promote your business. However, it also requires some technical specifications.

In this article

01 [Instagram Video Size Requirements and Why They Matter](#Part 1)

02 [How to Change Instagram Aspect Ratio](#Part 2)

03 [5 Tools for Creating and Editing Instagram Videos](#Part 3)

Part 1 Instagram Video Size Requirements and Why They Matter

Instagram is also a usual social media platform like all the other ones. Just similar to the rest, Instagram also has some technical requirements for its posts and videos. It is because a perfect size requirement makes the videos more professional and engaging. On Instagram, size requirements are not limited to the dimensions only there are many other aspects that make a video on Instagram have a high quality and worth sharing. These may include the Instagram video aspect ratio and file size too.

01What is the largest file size allowed on Instagram?

The largest file size that is allowed on Instagram is 1920*1080 PX.

02Are 1920 x 1080 files ok on Instagram?

Nowadays,the most suitable file size on Instagram is 1920*1080 PX. This is because this size goes well on Instagram stories, reels, IGTV videos, live videos, etc. As per the increased demand, the quality of the videos has also been improved.

03The ideal ratio and resolution for Instagram posts

The ideal ratio for Instagram posts is 9:16 and the best resolution is 1080*1920 PX.

*****With the correct video settings one can flawlessly post his videos for his followers. Here mentioned are some types of video post that can show you the ideal aspect ratio and best resolution for Instagram:

❶ Instagram reels

● Description: Reels are seen vertically on the mobile phones. Also these are shot using the Instagram application only so you can take the advantage of transitions and effects present within the application to create your reels effectively. The maximum length for Instagram reels must be 60 seconds. Usually the bottom part of these reel videos is for captions and descriptions, so there should be no important information at that place.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: The ideal aspect ratio for Instagram reels is 9:16.

● Best Resolution: For Instagram reels; best recommended resolution is 1080*1920 PX.

❷ Instagram Feed

● Description: The first thing that a user sees is the feed as soon he opens his Instagram. People love to scroll their Instagram feeds and this is the reason why feed videos are getting popular day by day. Instagram feed supports so many sizes and dimensions of the videos. As this app does not rotate on smartphones so it is better to keep the resolution less.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: For your feed videos, best aspect ratio would be 4:5.

● Best Resolution: The videos must have the resolution of 1080 by 1350 PX so that they can be considered as the best one.

❸ Instagram IGTV videos

● Description: IGTV videos have become popular these days as they are the best source to play videos of long duration on Instagram. These videos particularly come on your screen with a preview of 15 to 20 seconds and further the complete IGTV video is aligned with it. As there are two things to consider when it comes to IGTV video, you must keep the best possible video aspect and resolution on the ground.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: IGTV videos on Instagram have an ideal aspect ratio of 9:16.

● Best Resolution: If you are posting IGTV videos on your Instagram account then the best resolution must be1080*1920 PX.

❹ Instagram stories

● Description: Instagram stories drag people’s attention effectively. However, these videos can only be of 15 seconds and in case any longer video is posted then it splits into several segments of 15 seconds until it completes 1 minute. The videos allow engaging features and support candid also.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: As users prefer to watch the stories in full screen so the best aspect ratio for such purpose must be 9:16.

● Best Resolution: The best resolution for Instagram stories is 1080*1920 PX.

❺ Instagram live videos

● Description: As the live videos reach to the audience as soon they are created so it is a matter of consideration to keep the video tact. The live streaming videos are kept horizontal and can’t be changed to vertical so it the size and dimensions must be according to the protocols.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: If you talk about ideal aspect ratio for live videos then it should be 9:16.

● Best Resolution: 1080*1920 PX would be the best resolution for your Instagram live videos.

❻ Instagram Carousel videos

● Description: Through this you can post multiple videos on Instagram at a time. This is done in a consecutive order. If you want to tell a process to your viewers or just tell a story to them then these videos can be best for you. These videos can be square or landscape depending on the needs.

● Ideal Aspect Ratio: As these videos constitute of many at once so the ideal aspect ratio for these videos can be 4:5.

● Best Resolution: 1080*1350 PX can be the best resolution for these videos.

Part 2 How to Change Instagram Aspect Ratio

All you need to do is follow some simple steps to change the Instagram video ratio and resize it into the desired ones:

Step 1: First of all, you will need to download any video editing tool from play store. It is better to keep a thorough check on all the available options and choose the best amongst them that has all the latest features.

Step 2: Next you will need to choose the video that you want to crop or edit and then click on check at the tool bar present on the corner.

Step 3: Further you will see your video on the screen and also the various aspect ratios below the video on your screen.

Step 4: Now choose amongst the aspect ratios that you want to crop your video in and then simply slide the video using your frame via the frame that will appear there.

Step 5: Select the corners and crop the video according. Once you are done, click on the icon of downloading and save it to the camera roll. Further you can post your edited wherever you want.

Part 3 5 Tools for Creating and Editing Instagram Videos

Creating videos on Instagram is quite easier and interesting. All you need to have the right tools to do so. Here mentioned are some tools that you can use for creating interesting and impressive Instagram videos:

01Quik

Quik is a popular video editing tool that is used to edit the videos shot on other devices too. You can edit the images also. This tool is built by GoPro. Main features of this tool are as follows:

● You can import maximum 500 items at a particular time using this tool.

● Music and text can also be added with emojis, text overlays and title slides.

● There is a large collection of filters amongst which you can choose the best for you.

● You can import files in MOV and MP4 formats.

● Footage can be played in slow as well as fast motion.

02 Adobe premiere rush

It is a free video editing tool that makes the use of AI. In this tool, you can get two different types of editing. First one is freeform, in which, you can control all the desired aspects of editing. The other one is automatic mode, in which, the video gets smooth transitions and get created automatically.

● This tool has the feature of sync to cloud.

● You can download videos from and on any device that you want.

● In this tool, you can get the features of built-in filters, texts, and transitions, etc.

● This tool is free to use and download.

● You will also get 2GB of storage space for free.

03Horizon

Horizon is one of those tools that allow full screen recording of the videos. In this tool, you can create the videos in vertical as well as in landscape format. The core features of this tool are:

● You can shoot videos using this tool in a resolution of 2k.

● It also allows direct to application uploads of videos and footages.

● This tool has the feature of some amazing real time filters.

● The free version of this tool limits its features. However, you can unlock all the features by purchasing the paid version.

● These videos can be shot in fast and slow motions.

01**Wondershare Filmora Video Editor **

This video tool is specially meant for all the video creators who want to empower their imagination. This tool is laced with many additional features to make your videos more exciting and engaging. Some of these features are:

● In this tool, you can get overlays, filters, custom titles andtransitions, etc.

● You can import multiple videos at a time with latest effects.

● You can utilize 100 layers of different media to make your videos and stories easily.

● Audio editing features and removal of background sounds make your videos more amazing and impressive.

● Here, you can also get professional 3D LUTs and advanced correction of colors in the videos and images.

Try It Free

For Win 7 or later (64-bit)

Try It Free

For macOS 10.12 or later

05Inshot

This is a simple tool used for video editing. Its simple features make it less complex than other such tools. This tool can easily be used on Androids and iOS. Have a look on some of its features:

● The videos can be trimmed, split and cut using this tool and you can also add text and stickers to them.

● Audio and volume can easily be adjusted and set accordingly with features of video flipping and rotation.

● This tool provides you with the features of adjusting the aspect ratio and also blurs the unused background areas.

● Slow and fast motion affects add some more quality to your videos.

● You can get this tool absolutely free with upgrading options.

Key Takeaways from This Episode

● Instagram is a popular social media platform that can be used for promoting and advertising the brands and products. Also here videos are made and uploaded for recreational and educational purposes. However, these videos need to withstand specific requirements.

● If your videos meet all the necessary requirements as per the Instagram protocols, then it can boost your social media value and also leave a positive impact on the marketing accounts.

● There are various tools that are used at a wide range to make such videos. Also tools like Filmora can be used to create and edit Instagram videos more effectively.

Seamless Video Editing on Chromebook: Top Android Apps

Best Android Video Editor Apps for Chromebook

Ollie Mattison

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Until recently using an Android video editor apps on a Chromebook was a distant dream, as feasible as sending huge video files instantly to your friends and colleagues. The great news is that getting a video editor app for your Chromebook from a Google Play Store is now possible.

However, this option isn’t available on all Chromebooks that are currently on the market. At present, the Google Play Store is avaialbe for some certain Chrombooks. Before go ahead, you should check the Google Chrome OS Systems Supporting Android Apps List . As a matter of fact, only Chromebook OS version 53 and up can enable you to access Google Play Store application. Before getting your hopes up, check the version of the OS on your Chromebook, and upgrade it if you would like to have access to best android video editor apps. Although only a selected few Chromebooks enable its users to access Google Play Store at the moment, as the time passes this feature will become more common than it currently is.

• Part 1: Recommended Best Android Video Editing Apps for Chromebook
• Part 2: How to Install Android Video Editing Apps on Chromebook

Part 1: Recommended Best Android Video Editing Apps for Chromebook

1.PowerDirector

Price: Free, but contains in app purchases

What we like: The software allows its users to edit 4K footage

What we don’t like: Uploading files can be time-consuming

The plethora of editing options PowerDirector provides makes it one of the best Android video editing apps currently available on the Google Play Store. Importing files to the timeline is easy and it requires you to simply drag the file you want to edit and drop it on the timeline. The app enables you to perform all the basic editing actions like trimming video clips, rotating images or splitting footage. The voiceover and custom soundtrack capabilities make the editing experience in PowerDirector even more complete because users can select the royalty free music from the app’s music library or tell the story of their video in their own voice.

Adjusting color values of the images is enabled by Video Color Editor that allows you to set brightness, contrast and saturation values. Visual effects like slow motion can be used to make the scenes in your video more dramatic, while PowerDirector also offers a large database of effects that can be used in many different ways. The app offers a lot of options for exporting videos, you can save the file on an SD card, or upload it directly to YouTube, while the highest video quality you can export is either Full HD or 4K.

Learn more about PowerDirector Video Editor App

2.Quik

Price: Free

What we like: Face and color detection allows for better framing of the videos

What we don’t like: It lacks more advanced video editing features

This android video editing app does most of the work for you, all you need to do is import your favorite pictures and videos and Quick will do the rest for you. The app enables you to import footage from Dropbox, Gallery, Albums or GoPro Quick Key. The Quick app detects and analyzes faces to make smart cuts and other necessary changes on your photos and videos. Furthermore, the Android video app offers a selection of 23 different video styles and each style contains unique transitions and video graphics that can be easily adjusted to the demands of the video you are creating.

Adding text overlays or slides is yet another feature of this remarkable app that will help users to produce fun and captivating videos. Furthermore Quick provides a number of filters that will enhance your footage and make its colors stand out. Users can choose from more than 80 free songs and set any point in the song as the starting point of their soundtrack. Furthermore, you can automatically sync the transitions to the beats of the tune you included in your video’s soundtrack. After the editing process is finished the Quick Android video editing app allows you to save your project to the camera roll or export it directly to WhatsApp, Instagram or YouTube.

Learn more about Quik Video Editor App

3.Animoto Video Maker

Price: From $8 to $34

What we like: The app features a built-in music library

What we don’t like: App’s performance relies heavily on the quality of the Internet connection

Animoto Video Maker has been used by more than 13 million people, which is one of the perfect choices for professionals, businesses or individuals who just want to piece together their memories into outstanding videos. The monthly fee for Animoto Video Maker ranges from $8 for a Personal package aimed at non-professional users to $34 for Business version of the software best suited for large companies that need an effective editing tool. Some users might find this easy to use the app a bit pricey, even though it allows them to gain access to many different background styles, video effects or built-in music library.

This app enables you to create videos from the footage on their Chromebooks, Smartphones or even the photos and videos they uploaded to their Facebook account, with music and text. Business and Professional pricing plans offer support for 1080p video resolution, while users who opt for a Personal pricing plan can create videos at a maximum resolution of 720p.

Learn more about Animoto Video Maker App

Part 2: How to Install Android Video Editing Apps on Chromebook

Editing videos on a Chromebook can be beneficial for so many different reasons, but at the moment only a few Chromebooks allow you to use Android video editor apps. Even if your Chromebook supports Android apps it is possible that some apps cannot work properly on a Chromebook. Installing apps from a Google Play Store can at times be a somewhat complicated process so let’s go through it step by step.

Step 1 Getting the Google Play Store App

The process of acquiring the Google Play Store app is different for Chromebooks that support Android app and for those that don’t. It is of utmost importance to make sure that the OS you have on your Chromebook is at least version 53 or more recent, otherwise, you will not be able to get the Google Play Store App.

1. If your Chromebook supports Android apps

Once you’ve made sure that your Chromebook has the OS that supports Android apps, go to Status area, and look for the Settings cog. After the Setting window opens, click on the ‘Enable Google Play Store on your Chromebook’ check box located at the bottom of the Settings window under Google Play Store (beta) option. This action will open the Google Play Store app and you will be asked to accept the terms and conditions, click Agree and proceed to download the apps you want.

2. If your Chromebook doesn’t support Android apps

The process of gaining access to Google Play Store is more complicated if the Chromebook you have doesn’t allow its user to run Android apps. In order to start this process, you first need to switch to the Developer Channel, which has its own risks. Back up all your data, before switching to developer channel, because returning to a stable channel requires you to do a factory reset.

To make the switch you’ll need to go to Status area and click on Settings, this action will open the Settings page. Once the page is displayed on your screen click the About Chrome OS tab that shows which version of the OS you have installed on your Chromebook and which channel you are currently running.

Click on More Info to expand the info about the Chrome OS, and look for a Change Chanel option. Clicking on the Change Chanel button will present you with three options Stable, Beta and Developer-unstable, select the last option, read the warning dialog box carefully and click Change Channel.

Once all the necessary updates to put the device into Developer Channel are completed, you will be required to restart your Chromebook. After you have restarted your Chromebook, go to the Apps tray and you will see that Google Play Store app is now available. Click on it and go through the Terms and Conditions and click on accept.

Step 2 Getting Android Video Editing Apps

If you already have a Google Play Store account on your Android Smartphone, your Chromebook will automatically recognize it and allow you to log in, but if this isn’t the case you’ll have to set up a new account.

The process of getting android video editing apps is simple and very similar to the installation process of an app on an Android phone. Locate the app you want to install and click on the Install button. The process will start immediately, and you may be asked to give authorizations to install the app on your Chromebook, but that’s the only action you’ll need to perform during this stage of the process. After the installation is over you’ll find your new video editing app in the App Tray, next to other apps you have on your Chromebook. Click on it to run the app and you are all set to start your first video editing journey on your Chromebook.

Keep in mind that how apps perform will largely depend on the Chromebook you have, so before choosing to download and install an Android video editing app, make sure that your device is capable of delivering a solid performance. Share with us about your opinion in the comment section below.

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You may also like:

• How to Run Windows and Mac OS Video Editing Apps on Your Chromebook
• Best Online Video Editors for Chromebook

Ollie Mattison

Ollie Mattison is a writer and a lover of all things video.

Follow @Ollie Mattison

Ollie Mattison

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Until recently using an Android video editor apps on a Chromebook was a distant dream, as feasible as sending huge video files instantly to your friends and colleagues. The great news is that getting a video editor app for your Chromebook from a Google Play Store is now possible.

However, this option isn’t available on all Chromebooks that are currently on the market. At present, the Google Play Store is avaialbe for some certain Chrombooks. Before go ahead, you should check the Google Chrome OS Systems Supporting Android Apps List . As a matter of fact, only Chromebook OS version 53 and up can enable you to access Google Play Store application. Before getting your hopes up, check the version of the OS on your Chromebook, and upgrade it if you would like to have access to best android video editor apps. Although only a selected few Chromebooks enable its users to access Google Play Store at the moment, as the time passes this feature will become more common than it currently is.

• Part 1: Recommended Best Android Video Editing Apps for Chromebook
• Part 2: How to Install Android Video Editing Apps on Chromebook

Part 1: Recommended Best Android Video Editing Apps for Chromebook

1.PowerDirector

Price: Free, but contains in app purchases

What we like: The software allows its users to edit 4K footage

What we don’t like: Uploading files can be time-consuming

The plethora of editing options PowerDirector provides makes it one of the best Android video editing apps currently available on the Google Play Store. Importing files to the timeline is easy and it requires you to simply drag the file you want to edit and drop it on the timeline. The app enables you to perform all the basic editing actions like trimming video clips, rotating images or splitting footage. The voiceover and custom soundtrack capabilities make the editing experience in PowerDirector even more complete because users can select the royalty free music from the app’s music library or tell the story of their video in their own voice.

Adjusting color values of the images is enabled by Video Color Editor that allows you to set brightness, contrast and saturation values. Visual effects like slow motion can be used to make the scenes in your video more dramatic, while PowerDirector also offers a large database of effects that can be used in many different ways. The app offers a lot of options for exporting videos, you can save the file on an SD card, or upload it directly to YouTube, while the highest video quality you can export is either Full HD or 4K.

Learn more about PowerDirector Video Editor App

2.Quik

Price: Free

What we like: Face and color detection allows for better framing of the videos

What we don’t like: It lacks more advanced video editing features

This android video editing app does most of the work for you, all you need to do is import your favorite pictures and videos and Quick will do the rest for you. The app enables you to import footage from Dropbox, Gallery, Albums or GoPro Quick Key. The Quick app detects and analyzes faces to make smart cuts and other necessary changes on your photos and videos. Furthermore, the Android video app offers a selection of 23 different video styles and each style contains unique transitions and video graphics that can be easily adjusted to the demands of the video you are creating.

Adding text overlays or slides is yet another feature of this remarkable app that will help users to produce fun and captivating videos. Furthermore Quick provides a number of filters that will enhance your footage and make its colors stand out. Users can choose from more than 80 free songs and set any point in the song as the starting point of their soundtrack. Furthermore, you can automatically sync the transitions to the beats of the tune you included in your video’s soundtrack. After the editing process is finished the Quick Android video editing app allows you to save your project to the camera roll or export it directly to WhatsApp, Instagram or YouTube.

Learn more about Quik Video Editor App

3.Animoto Video Maker

Price: From $8 to $34

What we like: The app features a built-in music library

What we don’t like: App’s performance relies heavily on the quality of the Internet connection

Animoto Video Maker has been used by more than 13 million people, which is one of the perfect choices for professionals, businesses or individuals who just want to piece together their memories into outstanding videos. The monthly fee for Animoto Video Maker ranges from $8 for a Personal package aimed at non-professional users to $34 for Business version of the software best suited for large companies that need an effective editing tool. Some users might find this easy to use the app a bit pricey, even though it allows them to gain access to many different background styles, video effects or built-in music library.

This app enables you to create videos from the footage on their Chromebooks, Smartphones or even the photos and videos they uploaded to their Facebook account, with music and text. Business and Professional pricing plans offer support for 1080p video resolution, while users who opt for a Personal pricing plan can create videos at a maximum resolution of 720p.

Learn more about Animoto Video Maker App

Part 2: How to Install Android Video Editing Apps on Chromebook

Editing videos on a Chromebook can be beneficial for so many different reasons, but at the moment only a few Chromebooks allow you to use Android video editor apps. Even if your Chromebook supports Android apps it is possible that some apps cannot work properly on a Chromebook. Installing apps from a Google Play Store can at times be a somewhat complicated process so let’s go through it step by step.

Step 1 Getting the Google Play Store App

The process of acquiring the Google Play Store app is different for Chromebooks that support Android app and for those that don’t. It is of utmost importance to make sure that the OS you have on your Chromebook is at least version 53 or more recent, otherwise, you will not be able to get the Google Play Store App.

1. If your Chromebook supports Android apps

Once you’ve made sure that your Chromebook has the OS that supports Android apps, go to Status area, and look for the Settings cog. After the Setting window opens, click on the ‘Enable Google Play Store on your Chromebook’ check box located at the bottom of the Settings window under Google Play Store (beta) option. This action will open the Google Play Store app and you will be asked to accept the terms and conditions, click Agree and proceed to download the apps you want.

2. If your Chromebook doesn’t support Android apps

The process of gaining access to Google Play Store is more complicated if the Chromebook you have doesn’t allow its user to run Android apps. In order to start this process, you first need to switch to the Developer Channel, which has its own risks. Back up all your data, before switching to developer channel, because returning to a stable channel requires you to do a factory reset.

To make the switch you’ll need to go to Status area and click on Settings, this action will open the Settings page. Once the page is displayed on your screen click the About Chrome OS tab that shows which version of the OS you have installed on your Chromebook and which channel you are currently running.

Click on More Info to expand the info about the Chrome OS, and look for a Change Chanel option. Clicking on the Change Chanel button will present you with three options Stable, Beta and Developer-unstable, select the last option, read the warning dialog box carefully and click Change Channel.

Once all the necessary updates to put the device into Developer Channel are completed, you will be required to restart your Chromebook. After you have restarted your Chromebook, go to the Apps tray and you will see that Google Play Store app is now available. Click on it and go through the Terms and Conditions and click on accept.

Step 2 Getting Android Video Editing Apps

If you already have a Google Play Store account on your Android Smartphone, your Chromebook will automatically recognize it and allow you to log in, but if this isn’t the case you’ll have to set up a new account.

The process of getting android video editing apps is simple and very similar to the installation process of an app on an Android phone. Locate the app you want to install and click on the Install button. The process will start immediately, and you may be asked to give authorizations to install the app on your Chromebook, but that’s the only action you’ll need to perform during this stage of the process. After the installation is over you’ll find your new video editing app in the App Tray, next to other apps you have on your Chromebook. Click on it to run the app and you are all set to start your first video editing journey on your Chromebook.

Keep in mind that how apps perform will largely depend on the Chromebook you have, so before choosing to download and install an Android video editing app, make sure that your device is capable of delivering a solid performance. Share with us about your opinion in the comment section below.

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You may also like:

• How to Run Windows and Mac OS Video Editing Apps on Your Chromebook
• Best Online Video Editors for Chromebook

Ollie Mattison

Ollie Mattison is a writer and a lover of all things video.

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Ollie Mattison

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Until recently using an Android video editor apps on a Chromebook was a distant dream, as feasible as sending huge video files instantly to your friends and colleagues. The great news is that getting a video editor app for your Chromebook from a Google Play Store is now possible.

However, this option isn’t available on all Chromebooks that are currently on the market. At present, the Google Play Store is avaialbe for some certain Chrombooks. Before go ahead, you should check the Google Chrome OS Systems Supporting Android Apps List . As a matter of fact, only Chromebook OS version 53 and up can enable you to access Google Play Store application. Before getting your hopes up, check the version of the OS on your Chromebook, and upgrade it if you would like to have access to best android video editor apps. Although only a selected few Chromebooks enable its users to access Google Play Store at the moment, as the time passes this feature will become more common than it currently is.

• Part 1: Recommended Best Android Video Editing Apps for Chromebook
• Part 2: How to Install Android Video Editing Apps on Chromebook

Part 1: Recommended Best Android Video Editing Apps for Chromebook

1.PowerDirector

Price: Free, but contains in app purchases

What we like: The software allows its users to edit 4K footage

What we don’t like: Uploading files can be time-consuming

The plethora of editing options PowerDirector provides makes it one of the best Android video editing apps currently available on the Google Play Store. Importing files to the timeline is easy and it requires you to simply drag the file you want to edit and drop it on the timeline. The app enables you to perform all the basic editing actions like trimming video clips, rotating images or splitting footage. The voiceover and custom soundtrack capabilities make the editing experience in PowerDirector even more complete because users can select the royalty free music from the app’s music library or tell the story of their video in their own voice.

Adjusting color values of the images is enabled by Video Color Editor that allows you to set brightness, contrast and saturation values. Visual effects like slow motion can be used to make the scenes in your video more dramatic, while PowerDirector also offers a large database of effects that can be used in many different ways. The app offers a lot of options for exporting videos, you can save the file on an SD card, or upload it directly to YouTube, while the highest video quality you can export is either Full HD or 4K.

Learn more about PowerDirector Video Editor App

2.Quik

Price: Free

What we like: Face and color detection allows for better framing of the videos

What we don’t like: It lacks more advanced video editing features

This android video editing app does most of the work for you, all you need to do is import your favorite pictures and videos and Quick will do the rest for you. The app enables you to import footage from Dropbox, Gallery, Albums or GoPro Quick Key. The Quick app detects and analyzes faces to make smart cuts and other necessary changes on your photos and videos. Furthermore, the Android video app offers a selection of 23 different video styles and each style contains unique transitions and video graphics that can be easily adjusted to the demands of the video you are creating.

Adding text overlays or slides is yet another feature of this remarkable app that will help users to produce fun and captivating videos. Furthermore Quick provides a number of filters that will enhance your footage and make its colors stand out. Users can choose from more than 80 free songs and set any point in the song as the starting point of their soundtrack. Furthermore, you can automatically sync the transitions to the beats of the tune you included in your video’s soundtrack. After the editing process is finished the Quick Android video editing app allows you to save your project to the camera roll or export it directly to WhatsApp, Instagram or YouTube.

Learn more about Quik Video Editor App

3.Animoto Video Maker

Price: From $8 to $34

What we like: The app features a built-in music library

What we don’t like: App’s performance relies heavily on the quality of the Internet connection

Animoto Video Maker has been used by more than 13 million people, which is one of the perfect choices for professionals, businesses or individuals who just want to piece together their memories into outstanding videos. The monthly fee for Animoto Video Maker ranges from $8 for a Personal package aimed at non-professional users to $34 for Business version of the software best suited for large companies that need an effective editing tool. Some users might find this easy to use the app a bit pricey, even though it allows them to gain access to many different background styles, video effects or built-in music library.

This app enables you to create videos from the footage on their Chromebooks, Smartphones or even the photos and videos they uploaded to their Facebook account, with music and text. Business and Professional pricing plans offer support for 1080p video resolution, while users who opt for a Personal pricing plan can create videos at a maximum resolution of 720p.

Learn more about Animoto Video Maker App

Part 2: How to Install Android Video Editing Apps on Chromebook

Editing videos on a Chromebook can be beneficial for so many different reasons, but at the moment only a few Chromebooks allow you to use Android video editor apps. Even if your Chromebook supports Android apps it is possible that some apps cannot work properly on a Chromebook. Installing apps from a Google Play Store can at times be a somewhat complicated process so let’s go through it step by step.

Step 1 Getting the Google Play Store App

The process of acquiring the Google Play Store app is different for Chromebooks that support Android app and for those that don’t. It is of utmost importance to make sure that the OS you have on your Chromebook is at least version 53 or more recent, otherwise, you will not be able to get the Google Play Store App.

1. If your Chromebook supports Android apps

Once you’ve made sure that your Chromebook has the OS that supports Android apps, go to Status area, and look for the Settings cog. After the Setting window opens, click on the ‘Enable Google Play Store on your Chromebook’ check box located at the bottom of the Settings window under Google Play Store (beta) option. This action will open the Google Play Store app and you will be asked to accept the terms and conditions, click Agree and proceed to download the apps you want.

2. If your Chromebook doesn’t support Android apps

The process of gaining access to Google Play Store is more complicated if the Chromebook you have doesn’t allow its user to run Android apps. In order to start this process, you first need to switch to the Developer Channel, which has its own risks. Back up all your data, before switching to developer channel, because returning to a stable channel requires you to do a factory reset.

To make the switch you’ll need to go to Status area and click on Settings, this action will open the Settings page. Once the page is displayed on your screen click the About Chrome OS tab that shows which version of the OS you have installed on your Chromebook and which channel you are currently running.

Click on More Info to expand the info about the Chrome OS, and look for a Change Chanel option. Clicking on the Change Chanel button will present you with three options Stable, Beta and Developer-unstable, select the last option, read the warning dialog box carefully and click Change Channel.

Once all the necessary updates to put the device into Developer Channel are completed, you will be required to restart your Chromebook. After you have restarted your Chromebook, go to the Apps tray and you will see that Google Play Store app is now available. Click on it and go through the Terms and Conditions and click on accept.

Step 2 Getting Android Video Editing Apps

If you already have a Google Play Store account on your Android Smartphone, your Chromebook will automatically recognize it and allow you to log in, but if this isn’t the case you’ll have to set up a new account.

The process of getting android video editing apps is simple and very similar to the installation process of an app on an Android phone. Locate the app you want to install and click on the Install button. The process will start immediately, and you may be asked to give authorizations to install the app on your Chromebook, but that’s the only action you’ll need to perform during this stage of the process. After the installation is over you’ll find your new video editing app in the App Tray, next to other apps you have on your Chromebook. Click on it to run the app and you are all set to start your first video editing journey on your Chromebook.

Keep in mind that how apps perform will largely depend on the Chromebook you have, so before choosing to download and install an Android video editing app, make sure that your device is capable of delivering a solid performance. Share with us about your opinion in the comment section below.

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You may also like:

• How to Run Windows and Mac OS Video Editing Apps on Your Chromebook
• Best Online Video Editors for Chromebook

Ollie Mattison

Ollie Mattison is a writer and a lover of all things video.

Follow @Ollie Mattison

Ollie Mattison

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Until recently using an Android video editor apps on a Chromebook was a distant dream, as feasible as sending huge video files instantly to your friends and colleagues. The great news is that getting a video editor app for your Chromebook from a Google Play Store is now possible.

However, this option isn’t available on all Chromebooks that are currently on the market. At present, the Google Play Store is avaialbe for some certain Chrombooks. Before go ahead, you should check the Google Chrome OS Systems Supporting Android Apps List . As a matter of fact, only Chromebook OS version 53 and up can enable you to access Google Play Store application. Before getting your hopes up, check the version of the OS on your Chromebook, and upgrade it if you would like to have access to best android video editor apps. Although only a selected few Chromebooks enable its users to access Google Play Store at the moment, as the time passes this feature will become more common than it currently is.

• Part 1: Recommended Best Android Video Editing Apps for Chromebook
• Part 2: How to Install Android Video Editing Apps on Chromebook

Part 1: Recommended Best Android Video Editing Apps for Chromebook

1.PowerDirector

Price: Free, but contains in app purchases

What we like: The software allows its users to edit 4K footage

What we don’t like: Uploading files can be time-consuming

The plethora of editing options PowerDirector provides makes it one of the best Android video editing apps currently available on the Google Play Store. Importing files to the timeline is easy and it requires you to simply drag the file you want to edit and drop it on the timeline. The app enables you to perform all the basic editing actions like trimming video clips, rotating images or splitting footage. The voiceover and custom soundtrack capabilities make the editing experience in PowerDirector even more complete because users can select the royalty free music from the app’s music library or tell the story of their video in their own voice.

Adjusting color values of the images is enabled by Video Color Editor that allows you to set brightness, contrast and saturation values. Visual effects like slow motion can be used to make the scenes in your video more dramatic, while PowerDirector also offers a large database of effects that can be used in many different ways. The app offers a lot of options for exporting videos, you can save the file on an SD card, or upload it directly to YouTube, while the highest video quality you can export is either Full HD or 4K.

Learn more about PowerDirector Video Editor App

2.Quik

Price: Free

What we like: Face and color detection allows for better framing of the videos

What we don’t like: It lacks more advanced video editing features

This android video editing app does most of the work for you, all you need to do is import your favorite pictures and videos and Quick will do the rest for you. The app enables you to import footage from Dropbox, Gallery, Albums or GoPro Quick Key. The Quick app detects and analyzes faces to make smart cuts and other necessary changes on your photos and videos. Furthermore, the Android video app offers a selection of 23 different video styles and each style contains unique transitions and video graphics that can be easily adjusted to the demands of the video you are creating.

Adding text overlays or slides is yet another feature of this remarkable app that will help users to produce fun and captivating videos. Furthermore Quick provides a number of filters that will enhance your footage and make its colors stand out. Users can choose from more than 80 free songs and set any point in the song as the starting point of their soundtrack. Furthermore, you can automatically sync the transitions to the beats of the tune you included in your video’s soundtrack. After the editing process is finished the Quick Android video editing app allows you to save your project to the camera roll or export it directly to WhatsApp, Instagram or YouTube.

Learn more about Quik Video Editor App

3.Animoto Video Maker

Price: From $8 to $34

What we like: The app features a built-in music library

What we don’t like: App’s performance relies heavily on the quality of the Internet connection

Animoto Video Maker has been used by more than 13 million people, which is one of the perfect choices for professionals, businesses or individuals who just want to piece together their memories into outstanding videos. The monthly fee for Animoto Video Maker ranges from $8 for a Personal package aimed at non-professional users to $34 for Business version of the software best suited for large companies that need an effective editing tool. Some users might find this easy to use the app a bit pricey, even though it allows them to gain access to many different background styles, video effects or built-in music library.

This app enables you to create videos from the footage on their Chromebooks, Smartphones or even the photos and videos they uploaded to their Facebook account, with music and text. Business and Professional pricing plans offer support for 1080p video resolution, while users who opt for a Personal pricing plan can create videos at a maximum resolution of 720p.

Learn more about Animoto Video Maker App

Part 2: How to Install Android Video Editing Apps on Chromebook

Editing videos on a Chromebook can be beneficial for so many different reasons, but at the moment only a few Chromebooks allow you to use Android video editor apps. Even if your Chromebook supports Android apps it is possible that some apps cannot work properly on a Chromebook. Installing apps from a Google Play Store can at times be a somewhat complicated process so let’s go through it step by step.

Step 1 Getting the Google Play Store App

The process of acquiring the Google Play Store app is different for Chromebooks that support Android app and for those that don’t. It is of utmost importance to make sure that the OS you have on your Chromebook is at least version 53 or more recent, otherwise, you will not be able to get the Google Play Store App.

1. If your Chromebook supports Android apps

Once you’ve made sure that your Chromebook has the OS that supports Android apps, go to Status area, and look for the Settings cog. After the Setting window opens, click on the ‘Enable Google Play Store on your Chromebook’ check box located at the bottom of the Settings window under Google Play Store (beta) option. This action will open the Google Play Store app and you will be asked to accept the terms and conditions, click Agree and proceed to download the apps you want.

2. If your Chromebook doesn’t support Android apps

The process of gaining access to Google Play Store is more complicated if the Chromebook you have doesn’t allow its user to run Android apps. In order to start this process, you first need to switch to the Developer Channel, which has its own risks. Back up all your data, before switching to developer channel, because returning to a stable channel requires you to do a factory reset.

To make the switch you’ll need to go to Status area and click on Settings, this action will open the Settings page. Once the page is displayed on your screen click the About Chrome OS tab that shows which version of the OS you have installed on your Chromebook and which channel you are currently running.

Click on More Info to expand the info about the Chrome OS, and look for a Change Chanel option. Clicking on the Change Chanel button will present you with three options Stable, Beta and Developer-unstable, select the last option, read the warning dialog box carefully and click Change Channel.

Once all the necessary updates to put the device into Developer Channel are completed, you will be required to restart your Chromebook. After you have restarted your Chromebook, go to the Apps tray and you will see that Google Play Store app is now available. Click on it and go through the Terms and Conditions and click on accept.

Step 2 Getting Android Video Editing Apps

If you already have a Google Play Store account on your Android Smartphone, your Chromebook will automatically recognize it and allow you to log in, but if this isn’t the case you’ll have to set up a new account.

The process of getting android video editing apps is simple and very similar to the installation process of an app on an Android phone. Locate the app you want to install and click on the Install button. The process will start immediately, and you may be asked to give authorizations to install the app on your Chromebook, but that’s the only action you’ll need to perform during this stage of the process. After the installation is over you’ll find your new video editing app in the App Tray, next to other apps you have on your Chromebook. Click on it to run the app and you are all set to start your first video editing journey on your Chromebook.

Keep in mind that how apps perform will largely depend on the Chromebook you have, so before choosing to download and install an Android video editing app, make sure that your device is capable of delivering a solid performance. Share with us about your opinion in the comment section below.

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You may also like:

• How to Run Windows and Mac OS Video Editing Apps on Your Chromebook
• Best Online Video Editors for Chromebook

Ollie Mattison

Ollie Mattison is a writer and a lover of all things video.

Follow @Ollie Mattison

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