How to Make a Video Using iMovie

Last Updated: May 6, 2021

Do you need to create a clean, professional looking video but do not know where to start? iMovie is a simple solution that can help anyone simply edit videos from their home iMac or Macbook.

Steps

1
Upload a video in a format compatible with your version of iMovie.
2
Save video under title you will be familiar with later.
3
Now create a new project in which you will be able to edit your video under.
4
Select the video from the event library at bottom, then select portions of video by dragging across the video from desired start to stop points.
5
Drag this selection up into project area to begin video.
6
Continue to add desired clips into project area in order of which the viewer will see them during final product.
7
To make video look cleaner add titles and transitions in between or on top of video clips.
8
Open inspector window and normalize clip volume to ensure consistent audio volume throughout the project.
9
Once product is complete, select export movie under the share drop down at top of screen.
10
Create save title, select project size, and designate a location for project to be saved after being exported.
11
Video is now ready to watch or be uploaded online.

Community Q&A

Question

Can I insert image files over the video in i-Movie?

Community Answer

Yes, you can. It should ask you, but if not, it's under the Media button.
Question

How would I do that on my phone?

Community Answer

You can get the iMovie app in the App Store on most iPhones. On iOs 10 it comes with the phone.
Question

Can I do this on an iPod touch?

Community Answer

No. You must use a computer.