How to Edit a Video Using DaVinci Resolve

Designed for beginners and helpful for advanced users, our guide to DaVinci Resolve covers essential steps and tips for creating stunning videos.

Are you a complete beginner or a first-time DaVinci Resolve user looking to create stunning videos? You have come to the right place! Our comprehensive guide is designed specifically for newcomers, walking you through the essentials of video editing with clear, step-by-step instructions. From opening the application to exporting your final masterpiece, we've got you covered.

But that's not all—advanced users will also find valuable tips and tricks to enhance their editing skills. Dive in and start your journey to becoming a video editing pro with DaVinci Resolve!

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You can install DaVinci Resolve on your own computer. Here is the link to download it: https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/au/products/davinciresolve

The Studio version is paid, whereas the other version is completely free.

What to do if I am clueless?

Are you new to video editing and feeling overwhelmed by all the "How To" tutorials? Don't worry, we have another way to help you! This five-minute video guides you step-by-step through creating a basic video project from start to finish. Click the following link to watch the video.

A complete project

Typical workflow in DaVinci Resolve

• Organise your clips in a folder:

  • Before starting your project, ensure that all your video clips and media files are neatly organised in a designated folder on your computer. This will make it easier to locate and import them later.

• Create a new project in DaVinci Resolve:

  • Open DaVinci Resolve and create a new project. Give your project a name that reflects its content to keep things organised.

• Media Page:

  • Import clips inside your project (Media Storage):

    • Drag and drop your clip folder in the Media Storage area.

  • Drag and drop clips in the Media Pool:

    • Once you have located your clips in the Media Storage, drag and drop them into the Media Pool. This action adds your clips to the project, making them available for editing.

• Drag clips in the editing timeline:

  • Move to the Edit page and drag your imported clips from the Media Pool to the editing timeline. Arrange them in the order you want them to appear in your final video.

• Perform your edits:

  • Use the edit page in DaVinci Resolve to cut, trim, and adjust your clips. Add transitions, effects, and any other edits needed to enhance your video.

• Export the final video:

  • Once you are satisfied with your edits, go to the Deliver page to export your final video. Choose your desired export settings and render the project to create the final output.

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Common "HOW TO" questions about video editing

Here is a list of commonly recommended "how-to" videos to help you get started with editing in DaVinci Resolve. These tutorials have been organised into different sections to streamline your learning process. Depending on the specific needs of your project, you might find that you don't need to watch every single video. Focus on the ones that are most relevant to your current workflow to get the best results.

Preparing your assets and creating a project

These "How To" videos guide you on organising your clips in a folder and creating a video project using DaVinci Resolve.

1. Opening DaVinci and creating a project

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Importing clips in DaVinci Resolve (Media page)

This video explains the process of importing your clips into DaVinci Resolve.

1. Import video clips

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Editing clips (Edit page)

The following videos go through different editing steps. Start with "Edit page: start here" and depending on your video project and your storytelling style you may not need to watch all of these editing videos. Focus on your style and requirements.

1. Edit page: start here

1. Trim a clip

1. Move clips in the timeline

1. Add video transition

1. Add text

1. Zoom or crop a clip

1. Use green screen footage

1. Mute audio

1. Add background music

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Export your creation (Deliver page)

Congratulations! You made it. Now it's time to export your videos out of DaVinci Resolve. This video goes through the process of exporting your creation.

1. Export video

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Other frequently asked questions

Some other commonly asked questions.

1. Save a project

1. Keyboard shortcuts

1. Delete clips in timeline

1. Undo and redo

1. Change video speed