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How to Customize Clipchamp Lower-Third Templates and Upgrade Options
Question details
The user wants to customize the colors, borders, shapes, and styles of Clipchamp's lower-third templates and wants to know if upgrading provides more template options.
- Product
- Clipchamp
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Adding and customizing lower-third text overlays in a video editing project.
- Observed behavior
- The user found how to change the background color but is unsure how to modify borders and shapes, or if premium upgrades offer more templates.
Ensure you have your video project open in Clipchamp and have already dragged a lower-third template from the Text tab onto your timeline.
Customize Existing Lower-Third Template Colors
Modify the background colors and basic text styles of the free lower-third templates currently available in your timeline.
Clipchamp allows you to adjust the text and background colors of its default lower-third templates. However, the foundational design, such as borders and specific shapes, is hardcoded into the template itself.
Click on the lower-third text block in your timeline so that it is highlighted in green.
Navigate to the property panel on the right side of the screen and click on the 'Colors' tab.
Choose new colors for the primary text and the background shape to match your video's branding.
Find More Templates and Upgrade Options
Explore the Clipchamp template library to find new designs or upgrade to a premium account for exclusive lower-thirds.
Manage Your Video Projects with WPS Office
While Clipchamp handles your video editing, organizing video scripts, storyboards, and production budgets requires a reliable office suite. WPS Office is a free, lightweight, and easy-to-use alternative to Microsoft Office that helps you manage your creative workflow seamlessly.
- 1. Download and Install: Visit the official WPS website to download the free office suite for your device.
- 2. Open a New Document: Launch WPS Writer or Spreadsheet to start organizing your video scripts and production details.
- 3. Save and Share: Save your documents in standard Microsoft formats to easily share with your video production team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I draw my own custom shapes in Clipchamp lower-thirds?
No, Clipchamp does not currently feature a freehand shape drawing tool for lower-thirds. You are limited to the pre-designed shapes and borders built into each specific template.
Will upgrading my Clipchamp account give me more text templates?
Yes, upgrading to a premium Clipchamp subscription unlocks access to the premium stock library, which includes many additional lower-third templates with advanced styling, borders, and animations.
How can I add custom-designed lower-thirds to my Clipchamp video?
You can design your own lower-thirds using graphic design tools or presentation software like WPS Presentation, save them as transparent PNG image files, and then upload them to your Clipchamp media library to overlay on your timeline.
