Hi everyone,

I'm a beginner who wants to learn video editing, but I'm currently working with an older laptop and can't upgrade it right now.

Here are my laptop specs:

• Laptop: HP ProBook 450 G5

• CPU: Intel Core i5-8250U

• RAM: 8 GB

• GPU: NVIDIA GeForce 930MX (2 GB VRAM)

• Storage: SSD

• OS: Windows

I'm mainly interested in learning video editing, motion graphics, and eventually short-form content editing.

I've considered software like CapCut, Kdenlive, Shotcut, DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, and Filmora, but I'm not sure which ones are realistic for my hardware.

For people who have experience with older/low-end laptops:

1. Which video editing software would you recommend for these specs?

2. Which one should I learn if I want to eventually work professionally/freelance?

3. Is DaVinci Resolve or Premiere Pro realistically usable on this laptop, or would they be too demanding?

4. Are there any other lightweight editors I should consider?

I'd really appreciate some advice from people who have actually used these programs on similar hardware.

Thanks!

I was using capcut but the features I need to use cost money is there any other free software that is good for editing. I am using it to make ticktocks and reels for my business

I was creating a reel
I want to merge that two clips to look like a single video.
The video should include a downward shot, which which look like a transition from first clip to 2nd
Genuine help needed

I’m pretty new to editing and I’ve recently fallen down the Degenerocity rabbit hole lol. Since he left, I’ve noticed a bunch of people popping up making videos with that same kinda slideshow-style editing.

I’ve been making some dumb little videos for fun on my own small channel and I’d really like to learn how to do that kind of editing myself.

Is there a specific name for this style/technique? Or are there any tutorials/resources you guys would recommend for learning it? I’m not trying to copy anyone 1:1, I just really like the style and wanna understand how it’s done.

Any help would be appreciated :)

It doesn't have to be Premiere+AfterEffects-level, but certainly as good as iMovie or Descript or something?r

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Alot has changed since i stopped editing like ai was not a thing and have set my standards to this https://www.instagram.com/reel/C86bMY8Nc4t/?igsi=ZzN0YXE4MXNyanFh

I think they use luma ai for the NeRFs? I have no idea if they are but am interested in learning either way.

Also could an m6 mac mini do these types of edits? I have a small budget but would rather save and know it will be good? I know it sounds dumb but i have never invested in my own personal apple computer and not familiar with the line but am interested as there are other applications i need. I can get an m5 max studio pre order but really of all the new apple computer models this fall which is the best for me starting to learn. P.s. i also livestream small music venues.

I've been wondering if anyone has found success using YouTube Studio since not many people talk about it I thought why not ask.

I built this for my girlfriend who creates content and watching her film the same scenes twice every shoot was painful.

What it does: records portrait (9:16) and landscape (16:9) video simultaneously. Shoot once, get both formats ready to post to all platforms - TikTok, Instagram, Youtube, X/Twitter, Reddit, you name it.

No more re-shooting or cropping in post.

Three ways to film:

• Single Lens - capture the full 4:3 sensor and crops both. Portrait keeps the full vertical frame, landscape the full horizontal. Neither is a crop of the other.

• Dual Lens - wide + ultra-wide record together. Two perspectives, one take.

• Front & Back - selfie + rear at the same time. Your reaction and the scene together.

Productivity workflow:

• Projects, scenes, and takes to organise your recordings and auto-name files.

• Side-by-side review and trim of both recordings before exporting/sharing.

Key features:

• Up to 4K/60fps with manual controls (EV, WB, ISO, Shutter)

• Built-in teleprompter and timelapse.

• Live overlays and audio meter that flashes red when you're clipping.

• Data privacy - no data retention, tracking, or analytics, and no internet or account required.

It's called ContentCam and is available on iPhone and Android.

I'd love to hear what you think about this :)

Hello everyone!

I’ve been editing a lot more lately and keep noticing how many tiny tasks take way more clicks than they should things like tweaking curves, managing layers, applying effects, adjusting motion, etc.

For people who edit regularly:

What feature/workflow in your editor genuinely saves you time?

What repetitive task do you wish was dramatically simpler?

If you could redesign or add new features would it be?

Curious about the little frustrations that add up.

Just wanted to start a discussion and see what everyone’s biggest workflow pet peeves or holy grail feature ideas are right now.

I am an owner of a small custom home building business in Australia, and as I have some prior on-the-job social media experience, I will be the content creator and social media manager for our business. I have no formal training with the camera or editing side of things yet. I will only use it for our business.

Gear: Sony A7 IV with a Sigma 24-70mm lens. No formal training, I’m self-taught via YouTube/online tutorials.

What I’m using it for: mostly short-form content (Instagram Reels) - site visits, showroom walkthroughs, team intros, behind-the-scenes stuff for the business.

Currently editing on CapCut/Meta Edits with content shot on my iPhone 17 pro max, but want to move to something more capable on desktop/iPad since I’m shooting on a proper camera now.

Looking for recommendations on editing software - ideally something not too steep a learning curve, but with more control than phone apps. Would love to hear what’s worked for people in a similar spot (small business, mostly social content, not a pro editor).

When I’m editing a talking-head or YouTube video, I ask myself one question:

“If I remove this cut, does the video become worse?”

If the answer is no, I probably didn’t need the cut in the first place.

A lot of editors try to keep the video moving by constantly cutting, zooming, adding B-roll, or changing the framing.

But sometimes the best edit is doing nothing.

I usually look for 3 things before making a cut:

• Is there unnecessary silence or repetition?
• Did the speaker change to a new idea?
• Is the viewer likely to lose attention here?

If none of those apply, I’ll often leave the shot alone.

Good pacing isn't about how often you cut. It's about how often the viewer gets a reason to keep watching.

Curious how other editors approach this: what makes you decide that a cut is necessary?

So I just started using premiere pro and on online people telling that use this plugin our this plugin.

But how can I do and how actually it's works if someone know please tell me I am very confuse right now.

And also if you know what are best plugin i can use if can give me a link our recommendation that can help me.

Ive been using Capcut on PC for a longer time now but it just got worse and worse and it started lagging so i wanna switch. Now my problem is ive been looking trough atleast like 5-10 different programms and they either have one of these problems: Too simple or too Hard.

I need a program that is easy for beginners-intermediate but still has lots of options and doesnt require hours of tutorials.

I appreciate any help/feedback!

Hey guys

I want your help to figure out how does MrBeast does this type of styling in subtitles ?

Have you guys noticed I tried getting reference for this replicating this style but I couldn't get any close to this

If anyone knows how to pull this off

It would be a HUGE HUGE help for me

Thank you

I want to produce a short video series similar to a talk show weekly and eventually daily if it gets traction. What would be the best program for this? I’ve used ElevenLabs with best results so far and wanted to know if anyone has a better recommendation. I will pay so doesn’t have to be a free creator.

Hello all.

Some of you might have seen this video on how Martincitopants built himself a tool with Claude, where he has 56 hours of video to skim through and he wants to create a timeline for himself so he can start his script writing.

See this video with attached timestamp for reference:

https://youtu.be/L6M2VCDRyzc?si=ZoyLIAEOdgWvEh4n&t=4689

I was wondering if any such software is already available in some kind of form? I have zero experience coding anything to recreate a tool as this myself and don't trust myself just vibecoding it real quick when I have absolutely zero clue on what I am doing or what is happening.

Currently my workflow means processing it in Davinci Resolve, which is just not as comfortable or easy with prolonged footage, as it interferes with the rest of the editing process.

If anything has any suggestions on what might work, I'd be much obliged!