Adding Text Elements
To add text to your video:- Go to Elements in the left sidebar
- Click on Text
- A text box will appear with default placeholder text that you can edit.
Typography Options
Font and Size
- Font: Fonts on Clueso are provided by Google Fonts. You can choose from one of the provided fonts, or upload your own custom font.
- Font Size: Adjust the text size using the input field
Text Styling
- Bold: Make text bold for emphasis
- Italics: Add italic styling to text
- Underline: Add underlines to highlight important text
Color and Alignment
- Color: Change text color using the color picker
- Alignment: Choose left, center, right, or justify alignment
- Line Spacing: Adjust vertical spacing between lines
- Letter Spacing: Control spacing between individual letters
Styling Options
Background
- Full Box: Apply a background color to the entire text box
- Split by Line: Apply background color to individual lines of text
Outline
- Add an outline around your text with customizable color and thickness
- Useful for making text stand out against complex backgrounds
Shadow
- Add drop shadows to text for depth and visual interest
- Control shadow color, blur, and offset
Duration Controls
Smart Duration
- Smart Duration automatically adjusts the text duration to match the length of your content
- Perfect for ensuring text stays visible long enough to be read
Manual Timing
- Set specific Start Time and End Time for when text appears and disappears
- Alternatively, drag the text element on the timeline to adjust timing visually
Tips for Effective Text
- Keep text concise and readable
- Use high contrast between text and background colors
- Consider your audience’s reading speed when setting duration
- Use consistent typography across your video for brand consistency
- Test text readability on different screen sizes
- Avoid placing text in areas where it might be covered by other elements