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What is the easiest video editing software for beginners?

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iMovie is a great first platform for beginners because it's easy to understand. You can quickly see the reward of the edited videos you're creating! Once you've learned the basics of video editing you can move on to Final Cut Pro, which is similar to iMovie, just more advanced.

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Can you teach yourself video editing?

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Yes! You’ll probably find it helpful to watch tutorials and read how-to guides online. Learning by experience is one of the best ways to pick up on it, so practice using video editing software as much as possible.

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How long does it take to learn video editing?

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You can probably learn the basics in a couple of weeks and pick up some more advanced techniques over the course of a month. However, just like with any skill, it depends on how much time you’re willing to put in and what your goals are.

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Which video editing program is best for beginners?

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A lot of film editors swear by Filmora 10 form Wondershare, which is user friendly but has a lot of great features. Other popular options include iMovie, Movie Maker 10, OpenShot, and Movavi Video Editor Plus.

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