: The screenshots in this article are from Clipchamp for personal accounts. The same principles apply for Clipchamp for work.
Discover how to elevate your videos with color backgrounds and overlay semi-transparent color backgrounds in Clipchamp.
How to add a color background to your video
Step 1. Find a background in the content library
In the toolbar, click on the content library tab then scroll down to backgrounds. Explore the background collections and choose from gradients, textures, gaming, graphic, 3D and more.
Step 2. Drag and drop your background
To add a solid color background, click the solid color button, just below the search bar, and drag it to the timeline.
You can also click on the + plus button to add the background directly to your timeline.
How to adjust the color and duration of your background
Step 1. Adjust your background color
Click on the background clip in the timeline so it's highlighted. Next, in the property panel, click the color tab then the background color to choose a new color. You can also add a HEX code for a specific color to keep your video on brand by clicking the plus in the bottom right corner of the color window.
Step 2. Trim the background clip to your desired length
Drag the green handles of your background clip to to trim its length to your desired duration.
How to add and position text on a background
Click on the text tab in the toolbar, choose a style for your text then add it to your timeline. To move your text around, simply click and drag it around the preview video. Adjust the length your text appears by trimming the asset in the timeline. If your text doesn't appear, ensure it is position above the background in your timeline.
How to make a background semi-transparent
Use a semi-transparent background to change the color of a video clip, layer it with another background or image or simply add a creative twist to your video.
To adjust the transparency of your background, select the background you want to edit. Click on the color tab on the right, then change the percentage value of your color to less than 100%. This will reduce the opacity level.
Discover how to change the contrast, temperature, brightness, or saturation of a video clip in our tutorial: How to change the color of a video.
