To learn how to use InShot, start by opening the app and tapping "Video" to import a clip from your phone's gallery. This free mobile video editor for iPhone and Android lets you trim, split, merge clips, add filters, text, stickers, music, and export in high resolution up to 4K and 60fps on iPhone.
What is the InShot video editing app?
InShot is a video editor and maker for mobile devices, available on iPhone/iPad and Android. It includes core capabilities like trimming and cutting videos, splitting one video into several clips, merging multiple clips into one, adding text, emoji, stickers, music, sound effects, voice-overs, applying filters and effects, adjusting aspect ratio, and saving or exporting your finished project. InShot serves as a 2-in-1 editing tool because you can edit not just videos but also photos. The app is designed for simplicity, making it ideal for beginners who want to edit videos directly on their phone without needing a computer.
How to use InShot: a step-by-step guide
Open the InShot app on your mobile device. Tap "Video" to access your phone's gallery and select the video you want to edit. Once imported, you can adjust the canvas by choosing an aspect ratio that fits social media platforms, either in portrait or landscape mode. The main editing tools are accessed through icons at the bottom of the screen, and you can work through them in a logical order: trim, split, merge, add filters, text, stickers, and music before saving.
How to trim and split videos in InShot
To trim a video, select the "Trim" or scissors icon. Adjust the sliders to pick the section you want to keep, then tap the checkmark to finish. This cuts out unwanted sections from the beginning or end of your clip.
To split a video into parts, tap "Trim" and then select "Split". The white bar with red dots is an indicator of which part of the video you want to split. Move the white bar with red dots to the location where you want to divide the clip, then tap the checkmark. This splits one video into two smaller clips, which you can then edit or rearrange separately.
How to merge multiple clips in InShot
To combine several video clips into a single project, import the videos you want to use. Tap the "+" button at the lower left of the screen to insert and merge additional videos. The selected clip will be added to your project, allowing you to build a longer video from multiple segments.
How to add filters and adjust video color
Under the "Filter" tab, you will find three categories: Effect, Filter, and Adjust. Under 'Filter', there are three other classifications about editing: Effect, Filter, and Adjust. The Effects section includes options like glitch, stop motion, blur, mosaic, comic, tilt-shift, and distort effects. The 'Distort' option lets you flip, mirror, swirl, fisheye, or put a wave effect to a video. The "Celebrate" effect shows sparkly touches like snow, star, firework, ribbon, bubbles, etc. The Filter option lets you overlay different lighting styles, from bright and natural to dark shades. The Adjust option provides tools to balance your video's brightness, contrast, saturation, warmth, shadows, highlights, and curves. Scroll sideways and you can see the rest of the options like shadows, highlights, curves, and more.
How to add text and stickers to your video
To overlay text, select the text tool and choose from a variety of font styles. You can change the color, position, add a border, apply a shadow, or adjust the text's opacity. For stickers, choose from over 1000 animated stickers, emojis, and GIFs with different themes. You can also add inspirational quotes, labels, speech bubbles, and social media icons. Some stickers are free, while others require purchase through the shopping bag icon.
How to add music and sound effects in InShot
Tap the note icon or Music tab to add background music. You can choose from InShot's built-in music library, which includes albums and tracks, or use music from your own device. You can also choose music from your iTunes or your music folder. Sound effects are available in themes like bells, weapons, and animal sounds. After selecting a track, you can further edit it by duplicating, splitting, or adjusting its volume. The app also supports adding voice-overs and sound effects directly.
How to save and export your finished InShot video
Tap the icon at the upper right of the screen, then tap "Save". You can export the video to your device or share it directly to social media accounts. On iPhone/iPad, InShot supports saving in up to 4K resolution at 60fps.
InShot Pro: removing watermarks and ads
The free version of InShot includes a watermark on exported videos and displays ads during editing. On the InShot app, you have two options to remove the watermark: either 'remove free' the watermark once, or remove the watermark permanently by paying. The only official way to remove the watermark and ads is by subscribing to InShot Pro, which also provides additional editing tools, stickers, and filter packages. For Android, install the app 'happy mod' to download a modified APK of InShot without watermark. For iOS, use '3apps.pro' on Safari and install 'InShot Hack'. There is no official desktop version of InShot; the only way to use it on a PC is through a mobile emulator.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is InShot free?
Yes, InShot is a free video maker and editor. You can install it on your mobile device and start editing immediately. Many filters, stickers, and effects are free, though some are available through paid subscriptions.
How do I take a screenshot on my Android?
If you need to capture a screenshot of your InShot project on an Android device, the method varies by phone model. Most Android phones use a combination of pressing the Power and Volume Down buttons simultaneously, or you can swipe your hand across the screen if gesture controls are enabled.
Why is InShot popular for mobile video editing?
InShot is popular because it is user-friendly, handy, and allows you to edit videos anywhere on your phone. The developer delivers updates whenever questions are raised. It provides ready-made layouts for different social media platforms and serves as a one-stop editing tool for trimming, filters, stickers, and music.
Can I use InShot on a PC?
InShot does not have an official desktop version. The only way for InShot to be available on PCs is through a third-party application or a mobile emulator, which creates a virtual Android or iOS environment on your computer.
