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Polish videos to captivate viewers with seamless scene transitions. Adding transitions and video effects can creatively connect two or more video clips while setting the video's mood, pace, and style. These are essential in any video editor's toolkit to create eye-catching slideshow videos, trendy TikTok videos, and even business promo videos.
Explore new and improved video transitions like fade-out, pan, zoom, jump cuts, swipe, glitch, and cross-dissolve inside Clipchamp video editor.
20 video transitions and effects you need to try
1. Burn video transition
Light up a product demo video with a flare of sunshine using the burn video transition. Connect the clips with a fade that adds a glowing coat of warmth between shots. The burn transition fades the next clip in with a fiery orange and red hue which adds drama to a video.
To use the burn transition, search ‘burn’ in Clipchamp.
2. Horizontal banding video transition
Use the horizontal banding transition to give the video a retro electronic aesthetic. A rapid blur of horizontal lines flickers down the screen like you’re peeking through a curtain or loading up a new level on a game. This flittering video effect evokes a dash of nostalgia and works well as a thematic visual for gaming videos or technology presentations.
To use the horizontal banding transition, search ‘horizontal banding’ in Clipchamp.
3. Diagonal soft wipe video transition
This variation of the wipe effect is a smoother version of the page turning effect (more on that below). The diagonal soft wipe transition can add suspense or intrigue as it gives the impression of revealing the next frame from the corner down. This is a good subtle choice for controlling the pace in video slideshows.
To use the diagonal soft wipe transition, search ‘diagonal soft wipe’ in Clipchamp.
4. Blinds video transition
Peek through to the next frame like opening a window with the shuttering blinds video transition. This video effect makes you feel like you’re peeking through a curtain or shuffling a card deck to paint the next scene. The old-school billboard feel makes it perfect for sales pitches. It can also add a slow reveal to time-lapse videos.
To use the blinds video transition, search ‘blinds’ in Clipchamp.
5. Bloom video transition
Combine your clips together with a cinematic, frame-filling lens flare using the bloom video transition. This transition is a hybrid of spin and zoom. The dramatic intensity of this transition makes it a good match with sci-fi stock audio for science-themed videos and video essays.
To use the bloom video transition, search ‘bloom’ in Clipchamp.
6. Collage video transition
Blend multiple images and videos together to achieve a digital scrapbook look with the collage video transition. This effect multiplies the first clip into multiple squares, then quickly zooms and swipes to show matching squares of the next clip. This transition is creative and dynamic, making it a great way to blend shots for travel highlight videos or corporate videos.
To use the collage video transition, search ‘collage’ in Clipchamp.
7. Pixelate video transition
Crafting a cybertronic dreamscape and want your transition to invoke a neo-noir fever dream? Hack one clip into the other with the pixelate video transition. This chunks up your shot into electrified cubes that scramble across your screen to reveal your next shot like unscrambling poor television reception. This cyberpunk transition is well suited to 8-bit music for video gaming intros on YouTube.
To use the pixelate video transition, search ‘pixelate’ in Clipchamp.
8. Exchange video transition
Share important information but keep the content engaging by swapping one clip for another with the exchange video transition. Zoom out of one frame for the next one to slide in and expand to fill the frame. This effect is an effective way of portraying comparisons and contrasts in before-and-after videos on Instagram Reels.
To use the exchange video transition, search ‘exchange’ in Clipchamp.
9. Page turn video transition
Pictures tell a thousand words and now the video can look like a flip of the chapter with the page turn transition. This is perfect for sequential content creating like explainer videos where you want to give the feel of reading an instruction manual. It can also be used for milestone celebrations like birthday videos.
To use the page turn video transition, search ‘page turn’ in Clipchamp.
10. Reveal video transition
This transition splits the screen in half and slides each side away to uncover the next clip. This adds drama and suspense, like you’re letting the audience in on a secret or unveiling the wow moment of a video clip. Add suspense and anticipation to ‘get ready with me’ videos and use this transition to add finesse to the final look.
To use the reveal video transition, search ‘reveal’ in Clipchamp.
11. Liquid streaks and liquid drops video transitions
Want to make social media videos like YouTube Shorts, TikToks, and Instagram Reels even more entertaining? Add the liquid streaks or liquid drops video transition between clips. The unique special effect is ideal for fine-tuning videos of any genre and making them more professional in seconds.
To use the liquid drop or liquid streaks transition, search ‘liquid drop’ or ‘liquid streaks’ in Clipchamp.
12. Fade through black and fade through white video transitions
There are two fade through transitions to choose from inside the transitions tab. The fade through black transition makes a clip gradually dissolve into a black background, while the fade-through white transition gradually dissolves into a white background. These simple video scene transitions suit any video like YouTube tutorials, music videos, and performance videos as they’re used to create suspense between scenes. You can even fade in and out audio to match the video transition.
To use the fade transitions, search 'fade through white' and 'fade through black' in Clipchamp.
13. Fire video transition
Showcase an action sport, new TikTok dance, or mystery reveal video with the fire video transition. The fire video transition moves between clips in a ‘fire’ motion graphic, resembling a burning flame. Get creative and add this to daily vlogs, highlight videos, or cinematic YouTube videos.
To use the fire transition, search ‘fire’ in Clipchamp.
14. Glitch and glitch reveal video transition
Want to replicate a camera or video encoding distortion when moving between clips? Try the glitch and glitch reveal video transition. Also known as Chromatic Aberration, the transition adds a dramatic flair to videos by creating intensity and building suspense between two clips by imitating a problem with the video signal. Glitches are trending in spooky Halloween videos, and perfect for creating hype around product launches and social media content.
To use the glitch and glitch reveal transitions, search 'glitch' and 'glitch reveal' in Clipchamp.
15. Zoom in and zoom out video transitions
The zoom in and zoom out transitions are essential in every video editor's toolkit. The zoom in transition moves closer to the main subject, and the zoom out transition moves further away from the subject or focal point in the video. This easy effect instantly grabs the attention of viewers and is ideal for gaming clips, YouTube reaction videos, or social media marketing videos.
To use the zoom in and zoom out transitions, search 'zoom in' or 'zoom out' in Clipchamp.
16. Spin video transition
The spin transition is a popular video effect that rotates a video into the following clip with a fast 180-degree spin. The scene transition creates a fun, artistic effect suitable for travel vlogs, action and sport videos, fashion and lifestyle, event promos and music videos. The spin transition also pairs perfectly with sound effects like swoosh, or clicks, and to the beat of royalty-free music.
To use the spin transition, search 'spin' in Clipchamp.
17. Heart video transition
Add a romantic touch to promotional content like Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day, or make video cards, wedding slideshows, or proposal videos more sentimental with the heart video transition. Smoothly move between clips in a heart shape motion that symbolizes love and enhances personal touch.
To use the heart transition, search ‘heart’ in Clipchamp.
18. Wipe right and wipe left video transition
Try out the wipe right and wipe left video transition for flawless scene changing. These wipe transitions can add additional effects and a personal touch to your storytelling videos like wedding recap videos, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram Stories.
To use the wipe right and wipe left transitions, search 'wipe right' and 'wipe left' in Clipchamp.
19. Cross blur and cross fade video transitions
Blur the end of the clip while seamlessly moving into the next clip with the cross blur and cross fade scene transitions. Edit videos like a pro, whether you’re creating adventure vlogs or corporate explainer videos. You can even fade in and out audio to match the blurred endings.
To use the cross blur and cross fade transitions, search 'cross blur' and ‘cross fade' in Clipchamp.
20. Push left, right, up, and down video transitions
Quickly slide through video clips either from the left or from the right motion with the push video transition. Like wipe left and right, the scene transition moves through clips faster and more eye-catching. Use push left and push right transitions to switch locations or topics in holiday recap videos and YouTube vlogs. Pair this with sound effects and audio.
To use the push left and push right transitions, search 'push left' and 'push right' in Clipchamp.
Video transitions tips and tutorial
Choosing the right transition effect for the video depends on the style, mood, and tone you’re creating for viewers to enjoy. Experiment with various transitions to find the one that matches your video editing needs. Customize videos with the range of transitions found in the transition library.
For more help how to add video transitions between clips, check out the YouTube tutorial below.
Seamlessly move through video clips with a wide variety of transitions and special effects. Step up your transition game with this guide on how to add transitions to slideshows or become a scene changing expert by fading audio and video for a true cinematic experience.
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Frequently asked questions
Are video transitions free in Clipchamp?
Clipchamp video editor has a range of free and premium video transitions that can be used to enhance any video.
How many video transitions should I add to my video?
There is no limit to how many film transitions you can add to videos. It depends on how many clips you have and how you want to convey the information of the video. However many you choose, make sure there is enough time and space between transitions so that the audience can appreciate the video content without being distracted by the editing.
Can I add a sound effect to my video transition?
Make your video more engaging by matching transitions with sound effects like ‘glitch’ and ‘rewind’.
