Step-by-Step Guide to Create a Video with Video Inside Text in Canva

This guide will walk you through creating a video in Canva where a video plays inside transparent text, with the surrounding areas covered by rectangles, and decorative elements added for style. This technique, as described, is perfect for tutorials like your "Project Black" video.

Step 1: Set Up Your Canva Video Project

1. Log in to Canva: Go to Canva.com and sign in or create an account.

2. Create a New Video: Click "Create a design" and select "Video" (default size is 1280x720 pixels, suitable for YouTube or general use).

3. Name Your Project: Name it "Project Black Video" for easy reference.

4. Set Video Duration: Click the timer icon at the bottom of the canvas and set the duration (e.g., 10-15 seconds) for your video.

   
   

Step 2: Add and Prepare the Background Video

1. Upload Your Video:

   • Click the "Uploads" tab in the left sidebar.

   • Click "Upload media" and select a video file from your device (e.g., an MP4 or MOV file with dynamic content like motion or colors).

2. Place the Video:

   • Drag the uploaded video onto the canvas.

   • Resize it to fill the entire canvas by dragging the corners.

3. Trim the Video (Optional):

   • Click the video, then click the scissor icon in the top toolbar.

   • Adjust the sliders to select a 10-15 second clip and click "Done."

   
   

Step 3: Add and Style the Text

1. Add Text:

   • Click "Text" in the left sidebar and select "Add a heading."

   • Type "PROJECT BLACK" in all caps.

2. Choose the Font:

   • Select a bold font like "Bebas Neue" or "Impact" from the font menu.

   • Increase the font size to around 150-200px for prominence.

3. Make Text Transparent:

   • Click the text, then in the top toolbar, adjust the transparency slider to 0% (this makes the text fully transparent, allowing the video to show through).

4. Add a Border (Optional):

   • With the text selected, click "Effects" in the top toolbar.

   • Choose "Shadow" or "Outline" and set a black or teal color to define the text edges against the video.

5. Position the Text:

   • Drag the text to the center of the canvas where the video will be visible through it.

   
   

Step 4: Cover Surrounding Areas with Rectangles

1. Add Rectangles:

   • Click "Elements" in the left sidebar and search for "rectangle."

   • Drag a rectangle onto the canvas.

2. Resize and Position:

   • Resize the rectangle to cover areas around the text (e.g., top, bottom, and sides).

   • Duplicate the rectangle (Ctrl+D or Cmd+D) to cover all areas outside the text.

3. Set Rectangle Color:

   • Click each rectangle, then set the fill color to solid white in the top toolbar.

4. Layering:

   • Ensure the rectangles are above the video layer. Right-click each rectangle and select "Bring to front" if needed.

   
   

Step 5: Add the Video Behind the Text and Rectangles

1. Layer the Video:

   • If the video isn’t already behind the text and rectangles, right-click the video and select "Send to back."

   • The video should now be visible only through the transparent text, with rectangles masking the rest.

2. Adjust Timing:

   • Click the video in the timeline at the bottom, then drag its edges to match the text duration (e.g., 10-15 seconds).

   
   

Step 6: Add Decorative Objects

1. Search for Decorations:

   • In the "Elements" tab, search for "splatter," "paint splash," or "decorative lines."

   • Select black splatter elements similar to the thumbnail style.

2. Place Decorations:

   • Drag splatters onto the canvas and position them around the edges (e.g., top left and right corners).

   • Resize and rotate them for a dynamic look.

3. Layering:

   • Ensure decorations are above the rectangles but below the text. Use the "Arrange" option to adjust layers.

   
   

Step 7: Animate the Elements (Optional)

1. Animate Text:

   • Click the text, then click "Animate" in the top toolbar.

   • Choose an effect like "Block" or "Fade" and apply it to make the text appear smoothly.

2. Animate Decorations:

   • Select a splatter, click "Animate," and apply a subtle effect like "Rise" or "Pop."

3. Sync Timing:

   • Adjust the animation duration in the timeline to align with the video length.

   
   

Step 8: Preview and Export

1. Preview the Video:

   • Click the play button in the timeline to review the effect.

   • Ensure the video plays through the text, the rectangles cover the background, and decorations enhance the design.

2. Download the Video:

   • Click "Share" in the top right corner.

   • Select "Download," choose "MP4 Video," and click "Download" again.

   
   

Conclusion

You’ve now created a video where a video plays inside transparent "PROJECT BLACK" text, with white rectangles masking the rest and decorative splatters adding flair! This technique is great for tutorials or creative projects. Experiment with different videos, text styles, and decorations to match your vision. Happy video editing!

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