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How to Add a Background to Video

Adding a background to your video in Descript is a straightforward process. Follow these steps to get started:

1) Sign up for Descript for free. No credit card is required.

2) Upload your video to Descript by dragging and dropping it into the project window. Descript will automatically start transcribing your video!

3) Head over to the right side panel and select Scene to find Add Background To Video.

4) Then Add Background To Video -> Select Publish -> Export -> Save.

Why Add a Background to Video?

Adding a background to your video can significantly enhance its visual appeal and professionalism. Here are some specific benefits of using Descript's Add Background To Video feature:

Enhanced Visual Storytelling: Create a more engaging narrative by setting the right scene.
Brand Consistency: Easily incorporate branded backgrounds to maintain a cohesive look across all your videos.
Distraction-Free Viewing: Remove unwanted elements from the original footage, keeping the focus on your content.
Professional Appearance: Instantly elevate the production quality of your videos with polished backgrounds.
Customizable Options: Choose from a variety of backgrounds or upload your own to perfectly match your video's theme.

Tips for Adding a Background to Video

Adding a background to your video can transform its overall look and feel, making it more engaging and professional. Here are some specific tips to help you get the most out of Descript's Add Background To Video feature:

Choose the Right Background: Select a background that complements your video's theme and enhances the storytelling.
Use High-Quality Images: Ensure the background images are high resolution to avoid pixelation and maintain a professional appearance.
Match the Lighting: Adjust the lighting of your background to match the lighting in your original footage for a seamless blend.
Consider Color Schemes: Use backgrounds with colors that align with your brand or the mood you want to convey.
Test Different Options: Experiment with various backgrounds to see which one best fits your content before finalizing your choice.

Don’t just take our word for it

With a 4.6 out of 5 star rating and numerous distinctions on G2, Descript has been recognized as a leader in the video editing & podcasting space.

“Getting started with Descript is super simple and easy to walk through with clients who have never done any audio/video editing in their lives.”
Jacob G
“Descript is the GOAT editor. I still repeatedly think "wowza, this is bonkers" as I edit videos & podcasts like a word doc. Genuinely magical app.”
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“I'm a marketer with no video editing background but I can now create and edit videos [with Descript] in no time.”
Harini R
“Before using Descript, manual transcription was very difficult. Thanks to Descript, I can obtain accurate transcriptions in record time.”
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“Descript is all you need for editing. You need pretty much zero editing skills and experience to use this software.”
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