How to Add Visuals to Your Video in NextClip

What Are Visuals?

Visuals are extra elements you add on top of your talking head video to make it more interesting:

B-rolls - Video clips that show what you're talking about (like showing a phone when you mention "smartphone")
Overlays - Images or graphics that appear on top of your video (like logos, icons, or illustrations)
Text - Written words that emphasize important points (like "IMPORTANT" or key statistics)

Why add visuals? They keep viewers engaged, help explain your message better, and make your content look more professional!

Method 1: Add Visuals Automatically (AI-Powered)

Best for: Quickly adding visuals throughout your entire video with one click

How to Add B-rolls Automatically:

Step 1: Find the "Add B-rolls Automatically" button

Go to the Visuals tab at the top of your editor
Click "Add B-rolls Automatically" button
NextClip's AI will read your entire transcript
It automatically finds the best moments to add B-roll clips

Step 2: Watch the magic happen

B-rolls appear at relevant moments in your video
Each B-roll includes smooth transitions and sound effects
Your transcript shows where B-rolls were added (with colored backgrounds)

Step 3: Preview your video

Play your video to see all the B-rolls in action
Each visual appears exactly when you mention related topics

💡 Tip: AI picks B-rolls based on what you're saying. Mention "coffee"? You'll get coffee B-roll!

How to Add Text Overlays Automatically:

Step 1: Find the "Add Texts Automatically" button

In the Visuals tab, look for the orange button
Click "Add Texts Automatically" Button
AI analyzes your transcript for key phrases and important points
Text overlays are automatically added to emphasize these moments

Step 2: Review the results

Text overlays appear on your video at impactful moments
They're styled with different fonts, colors, and animations
Your transcript shows where each text overlay was placed

💡 Tip: Text overlays work great for highlighting numbers, key phrases, or important statements!

Method 2: Add Visuals Manually (Full Control)

Best for: Adding specific visuals at exact moments you choose

This method gives you complete creative control over every visual element!

How to Add Visuals by Highlighting Text:

Step 1: Select the text in your transcript

Read through your transcript
Find the sentence or phrase where you want to add a visual
Click and drag to highlight that text

Step 2: Choose the visual type

A small popup box appears with three options:
- Add B-roll 🎥
- Add Overlay 🖼️
- Add Text ✍️

Step 3: Click your preferred option

Select which type of visual you want to add
A modal window will open with more options

Adding B-roll from the Library:

Step 1: The B-roll modal opens

After clicking "Add B-roll," you'll see a search window
This connects to the Pexels library with thousands of free video clips

[IMAGE: Screenshot of the B-roll search modal showing the Pexels library]

Step 2: Search for the perfect B-roll

Type keywords related to your content
Example: Search "laptop" if you're talking about computers
Browse through the results

Step 3: Select a B-roll clip

Click on the B-roll you like
It gets added to your video at the exact moment you highlighted

Step 4: Style your B-roll (optional)

Adjust the position, size
Add transitions (fade, slide, zoom)
Add sound effects if desired

Uploading Your Own Media:

Step 1: Click "Upload Own Media" in the B-roll modal

Instead of searching Pexels, click the upload option
Choose a video or image from your computer

[IMAGE: Screenshot showing the "Upload Own Media" button]

Step 2: Select your file

Pick the media file you want to use
Wait for it to upload (usually takes a few seconds)

Step 3: Position and style it

Adjust size, position, and timing
Add transitions and effects

💡 Tip: Upload your own product demos, screenshots, or branded content for a personal touch!

Adding GIFs as B-roll:

Step 1: Select "GIFs" in the B-roll modal

Look for a GIF search option
Type keywords to find animated GIFs

[IMAGE: Screenshot showing GIF search interface]

Step 2: Choose your GIF

Browse through animated GIF results
Click the one you want to use

Step 3: Add it to your video

The GIF plays on loop during that moment
Style and position it as needed

💡 Tip: GIFs are great for adding humor or emphasizing reactions!

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Adding Overlays:

Step 1: Highlight text and click "Add Overlay"

Select the moment where you want an overlay
Click "Add Overlay" from the popup
Add the overlay the same way as B-roll.

Adding Text Overlays:

Step 1: Highlight text and click "Add Text"

Select the words you want to emphasize
Click "Add Text" from the popup

[IMAGE: Screenshot showing the Add Text option]

Step 2: The text box appears

A text editor opens
The highlighted words are pre-filled (you can change them)

Step 3: Customize your text

Change the font, size, and color etc.
Choose text position
Select an animation style (fade in, slide, etc.)
Add background color etc.

Step 4: Add effects (optional)

Add entrance and exit animations
Include sound effects for extra impact

Editing Existing Visuals

Already added a visual but want to change it? Easy!

How to Edit Any Visual:

Step 1: Find the visual in your transcript

Look for the colored background in your transcript
This shows where each visual is placed
Different colors = different types of visuals
Drag any visual from left or right to change the duration

Step 2: Click on the visual

Click directly on the colored section
A small box appears with three options:
- Edit ✏️
- Change style 🎨
- Remove 🗑️

Step 3a: Edit the visual

Click "Edit"
Modify styles, positions, transitions, sound effects

Step 3b: Change the style

Click "Change style
Apply a different style preset

Step 3c: Remove the visual

Click "Remove"
The visual is deleted instantly
Your video updates immediately

💡 Tip: Create custom styles for consistent branding across all your videos!

Creating and Using Custom Presets

Make your visuals match your brand perfectly!

Step 1: Style a visual the way you like

Edit any B-roll, overlay, or text
Set the exact colors, fonts, transitions, and effects you want

Step 2: Click "Save as Preset"

Name your style (e.g., "My Brand Style")
Save it

Step 3: Reuse your style

The next time you add a visual, select your saved style
All your custom styles apply instantly
Maintain consistent branding effortlessly!

Quick Tips for Amazing Visuals

✅ Don't overdo it - Add visuals at key moments, not every single sentence

✅ Match your content - Make sure B-rolls and overlays relate to what you're saying

✅ Use text for emphasis - Highlight important numbers, quotes, or key takeaways

✅ Preview before exporting - Always watch your full video to check visual timing

✅ Try automatic first - Let AI add visuals, then manually adjust what you don't like

✅ Create themes - Save time by creating reusable themes for consistent branding

✅ Keep it readable - Make sure text is large enough and has good contrast

✅ Use transitions - Smooth transitions make your video look more professional

Common Questions

Q: How many visuals can I add to one video?

A: As many as you want! But remember, quality over quantity keeps viewers engaged.

Q: Can I use my own videos and images as B-roll?

A: Yes! Upload any video clips or images from your computer.

Q: What if the AI adds visuals I don't like?

A: Just click on any visual and remove it, or edit it to your preference.

Q: Can I move visuals to different parts of my video?

A: Yes! By dragging the Visual text from left or right.

Q: Do visuals affect video quality?

A: No! All visuals are rendered in high quality matching your video resolution.

Q: Can I add multiple visuals at the same moment?

A: Yes! You can layer text, overlays, and B-rolls together for creative effects.

Q: Where does the B-roll footage come from?

A: From Pexels, a free stock video library, or you can upload your own content.

What's Next?

Now that you know how to add visuals, keep enhancing your video:

👉 Add Captions - Make your video watchable without sound

👉 Add Background Music - Set the perfect mood for your content

👉 Export Your Video - Share your masterpiece with the world

Need Help?

If you get stuck or have questions, contact our support team—we're here to help!

Happy creating! 🎬✨