Transitions
Add smooth visual flow between segments with in and out transitions
Transitions control how segments appear and disappear on screen. Every segment has two transition points: an in-transition (how it enters) and an out-transition (how it exits). Using the right transitions makes your videos feel polished rather than choppy.
Accessing transitions
- Select a segment on the timeline by clicking it
- In the adaptive controls bar (above the scene), click the transitions icon
- A panel appears with two sections: In and Out
Each section displays a grid of transition options. Click any option to apply it to the selected segment.
In-transitions
In-transitions determine how a segment appears when playback reaches it.
| Transition | Effect |
|---|---|
| None | Instant cut—content appears immediately with no animation |
| Magic Match | Smoothly animates from the previous segment's object positions (default) |
| Fade In | Objects fade in from transparent to fully visible |
| Slide In | Objects slide into the frame from outside |
| Zoom In | Objects scale up from small to their normal size |
| Wipe | Content reveals with a wipe effect across the frame |
Out-transitions
Out-transitions determine how a segment disappears when playback moves past it.
| Transition | Effect |
|---|---|
| None | Instant cut—content disappears immediately |
| Fade Out | Objects fade from visible to transparent |
| Slide Out | Objects slide out of the frame |
| Zoom Out | Objects scale down and shrink away |
| Wipe Out | Content disappears with a wipe effect |
Magic Match
Magic Match is the default in-transition for good reason. It creates seamless visual flow by interpolating object properties between segments.
How it works: If an object exists in both the current and previous segment, Magic Match smoothly animates changes in position, size, rotation, and opacity. Objects that exist only in the new segment fade in. Objects that existed only in the previous segment fade out.
Best for: Presentations, tutorials, and any content where you want smooth, professional scene changes without jarring cuts.
Choosing transitions
Different transitions serve different purposes:
Presentations and tutorials: Use Magic Match for seamless flow between related content. The viewer focuses on your message, not the transition.
Emphasis changes: Use Fade In/Out when switching between distinct topics or sections. The soft transition signals "something new is coming."
Dynamic content: Use Slide or Zoom for energetic videos where you want motion to add visual interest.
Hard cuts: Use None when the content itself provides continuity, or when you want an intentional jump cut for effect.
Transition duration
Transitions take time to complete. The duration is set per segment and shared between the in and out phases. Shorter durations feel snappier; longer durations feel more relaxed.
The default duration is 30% of the segment length, ensuring transitions don't overwhelm short segments. For fine control, adjust the transition handles at the start and end of each segment on the timeline—drag them inward for shorter transitions or outward for longer ones.