Note:
This feature, along with others that increase your creative flexibility, is only available for a video using the Optimized Scene Library. See Optimized Scene Library—FAQ to learn more about the benefits and how to upgrade. You will know that you have not yet upgraded to the Optimized Scene Library if you see the following banner when you open the video in the Studio:
Overview
Each scene in a video has a background. Generally speaking, the background is any area in the scene that does not include a placeholder or design element. The primary color defined for the brand is the color that is used for the background (see example below).
For more creative versatility or to ensure brand adherence, you can apply a custom background of your own and replace the default solid background. Here are the key points to know about using a custom background:
| • | A custom background can be any media asset (image or video) from the Media Library. |
| • | A custom background is applied to all scenes of the video. |
| • | If the custom background is video footage that is shorter than the video itself, the video footage automatically loops until the end of the video itself. |
| • | If the custom background is video footage that has audio, the audio is muted automatically and cannot be unmuted. |
| • | Currently, a custom background can only be applied when using the following themes: Elements, Waves, Minimal, Limbo. |
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A media asset used for a custom background needs to meet these media specifications. |
Applying a Custom Background
| 1. | Open the relevant video in the Studio. |
| 2. | Select Theme in the sidebar and then check that you are using one of the compatible themes. |
| 3. | Switch on the Custom background toggle. |
| 4. | Add the custom background using either of the following options: |
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Select a media asset from the Media Library (Your Media or Stock) and then click Save at the bottom of the window. Click browse and then upload the media asset that you want to use. Alternatively, you can drag and drop the file into the bordered rectangle. |
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| The custom background is added to the entire video. ▶ In Scene 2 in the example below, a single media placeholder covers the entire scene. Although the custom background cannot be seen, it exists behind the image. |
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Tip! After adding a custom background, you may need to change the text color or the color combination of the layout to create a contrast. |
Replacing a Custom Background
| 1. | Open the relevant video in the Studio. |
| 2. | Select Theme in the sidebar. |
| 3. | On the custom background thumbnail, click Replace. |
| 4. | Select a new custom background as described in step 4 above. |
Editing a Custom Background
After selecting an image or video footage, you may want to edit the asset before using it for the custom background.
| 1. | On the custom background thumbnail, click Edit. |
| The media asset is opened in the Media Editor. | |
| 2. | Edit the media asset using the tools in the Media Editor. See Editing Media Assets for step-by-step articles covering all the available tools and features. |
| 3. | After you have completed editing the asset, click Apply inside the Media Editor. |
| The custom background is updated in the video. |
Removing a Custom Background
Note:
Instead of removing the custom background permanently, you can also switch off the Custom background toggle. By doing so, the custom background you selected continues to be saved and can be applied again in the future by switching the toggle back on.
| 1. | Open the relevant video in the Studio. |
| 2. | Select Theme in the sidebar. |
| 3. | On the custom background thumbnail, click the Options menu. |
| 4. | Click Remove. |
| The custom background is removed. |