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Add music to video
Select from thousands of licensed tracks, upload your own music, or record it on the spot.
Easily add music to video
Immerse your viewers in a video with music that complements your message. Whether you're creating a video from scratch or your just looking for that finishing touch, Animoto makes it easy to add music to video.
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How to add music to video
Choose a template
Or start from scratch. templates give you a starting point. if you already have your video, or prefer a completely clean slate, start from scratch.
Add your song
From our library of thousands of licensed tracks. if you already have a song, you can also upload it directly to your video.
Preview your video
And make any changes to the visuals, text, or audio, including volume adjustments.
Share your video
With built-in tools, including downloading, hosted links, and direct social sharing.
Add music and audio to your video
Access a world of licensed songs
Discover the perfect soundtrack for your video from Animoto's vast collection of commercially licensed songs. With thousands of tracks at your fingertips, you're sure to find music that resonates with your video's theme and enhances its impact. Prefer to add a personal touch? Easily upload your own music to give your video a unique sound.
Edit your audio
Trim your music tracks to fit the length of your video, reposition them to align with specific scenes, and adjust the volume to ensure a harmonious balance between your audio and visual content. These editing tools are designed to be intuitive and user-friendly, allowing you to fine-tune your audio with precision, ensuring your video sounds as good as it looks.
Create and edit videos
Animoto has everything you need to create videos, from pre-built templates, to drag and drop editing and sharing tools. Animoto makes it easy for anyone to create their own videos in a matter of minutes.
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Tips for adding music to video
Choose music that matches your video's mood
Filter by mood or genre to complement the tone and theme of your video. Upbeat music works well for energetic content, while a slower tempo suits more serious or emotional videos.
Time your music with key moments
Drag and drop on your music timeline to maximize the impact of the audio and let your video content shine.
Choose multiple songs
Use different songs for different moments of your video, such as intros and outros, montages, or narration. Animoto allows you to add up to eight songs to a video.
Tips for recording voice-over
Record in a quiet environment
Record in a quiet room with minimal background noise. Soft furnishings and closed windows can help reduce echo and external sounds.
Use headphones to record
If you don't have recording equipment, using your headphones can help improve your audio quality and overall experience for your viewers.
Write a script and practice
Rehearse your script to ensure a smooth, confident delivery. Be mindful of your pacing, intonation, and clarity to make the voice-over engaging and easy to understand.
Why add music to a video?
Enhance emotional impact
Music can significantly amplify the emotional tone of your video, whether it's to evoke happiness, suspense, sadness, or excitement. It helps in creating a stronger connection with the audience.
Increase viewer engagement
A well-chosen soundtrack can make your video more engaging and memorable. Music captures and retains the viewer's attention, often leading to higher watch time and engagement rates.
Build your brand
Music can reinforce the message you're conveying and enhance your branding. Consistent use of a particular style or genre of music can become part of your brand's identity, making your videos instantly recognizable.
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