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TRANSITIONS CHEAT SHEET

3 tips to get the most out of transitions

With our release of over 85 dynamic new transitions, you can finally control how your video moves from one moment to the next.

Hit the ground running with these 3 tips from our team, and check out our blog for even more expert guidance for creating videos that flow.

Match your transitions to your video's mood

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High-energy promo? Try Jump flash or Crash zoom. Polished and professional? Fade and Wipe transitions keep the focus on your content. Let the mood of your video lead the way.

Use bold transitions to call attention to key moments

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Place a standout transition right before your product reveal, a key stat, or your call to action. The contrast is what makes it land. Try Circle expand, Crash zoom, or Frame expand for maximum impact.

Use direction to guide the viewer's eye

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Directional transitions create a visual logic that carries viewers through your video. Moving forward in a story? Try Slide right. Revealing something new? Slide up or Rise create a natural sense of emergence.

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Want the full playbook?

We put together 7 tips for using video transitions like a pro.

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