How to Use GiliSoft Video Editor Pro for Mac
Cut and join clips, add text or music, improve the picture, or record narration. Choose a task below for its Mac workspace, controls, illustrated steps, and export checks.
Cut and Join Video Clips
Build a sequence from the parts you want to keep, then export it as one video. Importing adds media to the project library; timeline placement determines where it appears in the finished file.
Import media and set the project shape
Open GiliSoft Video Editor Pro for Mac and start a project. In Material > Local Sources, select Import and add the clips you need. Choose the Aspect Ratio for the finished video and place the first clip on the main video track.
- Import source files into Material
Open Material > Local Sources and select Import. Add video, images, and audio for the project.
- Set the canvas and add a clip
Choose the required Aspect Ratio below the preview. Place the first clip on the main video track and preview it to confirm the source.
- Keep project media available
Save the editing project as you work and keep its source files together. Avoid moving or renaming imported files in Finder while the project still needs them; a project file does not replace the media.
Split and remove unwanted sections
Place the playhead at the beginning of an unwanted section and use the scissors or split control. Split again at its end, select that segment, and remove it. Check the retained clip edges in the preview.
Zoom the timeline when a short section is difficult to see. Use the preview to identify the cut points, then confirm the unwanted segment has been removed rather than only deselected.
Arrange the remaining clips and check the joins
Put the clips on the main video track in the intended order. Close unintended gaps and play across every join to check timing, picture, and sound. Recheck the alignment of any text, music, or effects after moving a scene.
The timeline screenshot shows two source clips in sequence. Review both sides of each cut so there are no unintended blank frames or abrupt sound changes.
Export the finished video and check playback
Play through the timeline and click Export. In the Video tab, choose the output format, name, Output Folder, quality, and resolution, then click Export in the dialog. Open the saved file and check its duration, picture, text timing, and sound.
- Choose video output and its destination
Select Video and choose the required format. The dialog lists MP4, AVI, WMV, MKV, MOV, and GIF. Set Name and Output Folder. The separate Audio tab is for a sound-only result.
- Review quality, resolution, and duration
Choose High, Standard, or Normal quality and use Setting for the output resolution. Check Duration and estimated File size; the pictured 1280 x 720 is an example, not a required value.
- Export and inspect the saved file
Click Export in the dialog, wait for completion, and open the result from its output folder. Check the beginning, joins, ending, speech, music, titles, and any masked regions. Keep the project and source media until the result has been verified.
A larger output resolution cannot recover detail missing from the source. For a more involved project, export a short test before processing the full timeline.
Adjust Framing, Picture, and Sound
Change Speed, Rotation, and Framing
- Open the selected clip's Video controls
Select a timeline clip and open its editing controls, then choose Video.
- Set playback and picture placement
Adjust Speed or enable Reverse. Use flip and rotate for orientation, and Zoom plus X/Y Location to position the picture. Choose a color, blur, or custom-image Background when the canvas has exposed edges.
- Preview, confirm, and check timing
Play the scene and select OK when the change is suitable. Recheck joins and sound after a speed change, then use Export to save the finished video.
Crop a Video
- Open the crop tool for the clip
Select the timeline clip and open its crop tool. The left view selects the source area; the larger right view previews the retained picture.
- Adjust the crop boundary
Drag the boundary around the area to keep. Leave Keep Aspect Ratio selected when the crop must retain its shape, and check moving subjects near the edges.
- Confirm and inspect the export
Select OK, preview the affected scene, and export the result. Check framing in the saved file. Cropping removes source pixels; enlarging the output does not restore removed detail.
Adjust Brightness and Color
- Open Color for the selected clip
Select a timeline clip, open its editing controls, and choose Color.
- Refine the picture
Begin with Brightness and Contrast, then adjust Saturation and Tone. Review Sharpen and Vignetting where needed. Use a control's reset option or Reset to revisit a change.
- Compare neighboring clips and confirm
Play across adjacent clips so the same subject does not change abruptly in color or brightness. Select OK and check the exported video as well as the preview.
Add Music and Adjust Sound
- Place music on a separate track
Import the music through Material, add it to an audio track, and align its start and duration with the scene. Keep the source clip's audio when it is still needed.
- Balance volume, fades, and noise reduction
Open the selected clip's Audio panel and adjust Volume, Fade In, and Fade Out. Keep music below narration. For steady background noise, enable Noise Reduction and compare a lower setting before increasing it.
- Listen through the mix and confirm
Play across cuts and fades, checking speech clarity and unwanted noise. Select OK, then listen to the saved export so preview playback is not the only check.
Record Narration or Computer Sound
- Choose the input and recording behavior
Open the recording panel and choose an available microphone under Devices. Enable Recording computer sound when Mac playback is also needed. Set Timeline Mute according to whether existing timeline material should be heard during recording.
- Record and listen to a short test
Use the record button to capture a test and stop it. Place or check the resulting clip in the project and listen for the intended source, silence, background noise, or duplicated playback. If Devices reports no equipment, connect or select a working input first.
- Record the passage and align it
Capture the full narration, position it on the voice or audio track, and trim its start and end. Balance it against music and original sound, then verify timing in the exported video.
Add Text, Transitions, and Visual Layers
Add Text or Visible Subtitles
- Choose the text item
Open Text and choose a template or Insert new subtitle. Add the item to the text track.
- Set wording, appearance, and timing
Replace the placeholder, set position and size, and adjust the item's start and duration on the timeline. Check readability over both light and dark frames.
- Preview and export the captions
Play the full affected scene and confirm that each line appears for the required time. Recheck after cuts and inspect the exported file. This is a visible-text workflow, not automatic speech-to-text transcription.
Add a Transition Between Clips
- Choose the intended join
Arrange the neighboring clips on the main track and locate the cut where the scene should change.
- Apply a transition preset
Open Transition, choose a preset, and apply it between the intended clips.
- Check the timing and output
Play through the join to review timing and the picture change. Use a simple cut if the effect is not useful, and check the final change in the exported video.
Apply a Video Effect
- Choose an effect
Open Effect and select the visual treatment for the scene.
- Time the effect layer
Place it on its effect track and align its start and duration with the required range. Keep later edits to the main footage in mind when adjusting that layer.
- Preview the combined result and export
Play the footage with its text and other layers visible, then export the video. Check that the effect starts and ends where intended and does not hide useful content.
Add an Overlay
- Select an overlay preset
Open Overlay and choose a frame, light treatment, or other visual layer for the scene.
- Place and time its timeline item
Position the overlay over the required range and adjust its duration. Review it with the source picture and any titles underneath.
- Inspect and export the result
Play through the range to confirm that the scene and wording remain clear. Use Export and check the saved appearance and timing.
Add a Sticker
- Choose a graphic in Sticker
Open Sticker, select an item, and add it to a visual track.
- Position and time the sticker
Use the preview handles to move, resize, or rotate the selected graphic. Adjust its timeline item so it appears only during the required scene.
- Check coverage and export
Preview moving subjects and titles behind the sticker, then export the result. Inspect its size, placement, and start and end times in the saved file.
Animate a Clip
- Open Animation for the clip
Select the timeline clip, open its editing controls, and choose Animation.
- Choose the animation and duration
Select an In, Combo, or Out preset and set Duration. Preview how its motion fits the scene and neighboring clips.
- Confirm and export
Select OK and replay the affected range. Check the animation in the exported video, especially at the clip's beginning and ending.
Retouch Presenter Footage
- Open Beauty for the selected clip
Select the presenter footage, open its editing controls, and choose the separate Beauty tab.
- Adjust the required controls
Make small changes with Smooth, Bright, Tone, Face lift, or Big Eyes, according to the intended appearance.
- Preview movement, confirm, and export
Review the presenter across the scene rather than on one still frame. Select OK, then check the saved video for consistent facial appearance and useful detail.
Hide Details with Mosaic
- Open the region tool for the clip
Select the affected timeline clip and open its mosaic tool. Choose Add Mosaic to create a region over the detail.
- Position the region and check movement
Resize and position the region, checking the right-hand output preview. Play the entire affected scene; split the scene and adjust coverage where needed when the target moves.
- Confirm and inspect the export
Select OK and export the finished video. Inspect the saved range for frames where the detail is uncovered. The illustrated interface shows manual regions, not an automatic face-tracking workflow.
The panel also shows Add Watermark and Delete region controls. For a visible course name or brand label, use the Text workflow and set its timing separately.
Fix Common Mac Editing Problems
Imported media is missing
Reconnect the source drive and check whether a file was moved or renamed in Finder. Restore its original location or re-import the available file and replace the affected timeline item.
Preview playback stutters
Close other demanding apps and review a shorter section with fewer simultaneous effects. Export a short test to distinguish a busy editing preview from a problem in the saved video.
Music covers the speaker
Lower the music track, keep speech at a consistent level, and listen across joins. Use the Audio panel's volume and fades rather than changing only the Mac's speaker volume.
There is silence in the export
Confirm the intended audio is on the timeline, check clip volume and mute choices, and listen before exporting. For new narration, verify that the selected recording input actually captured sound.
Text or mosaic ends too soon
Compare the layer's start and end with the scene it belongs to. Recheck timing after cuts, and inspect the whole scene when a private detail moves.
Export fails or looks wrong
Check the destination folder and free space, then test a short sequence. Review format, resolution, quality, and the source file that appears at the problem point before retrying the full project.
Video Editor Pro for Mac FAQ
How do I cut and join videos on Mac?
Import the clips into Material and add them to the main video track in order. Split at the beginning and end of an unwanted section, remove that section, and close unintended gaps. Preview each join, then export the timeline as one finished video.
How do I add text or subtitles to a video on Mac?
Open Text, choose a template or Insert new subtitle, and place the text on its timeline track. Enter the wording, set when it appears, and adjust its position and size. The illustrated workflow creates visible text; it does not demonstrate automatic speech-to-text transcription.
Can I keep the original sound and add background music?
Yes. Keep the source clip's audio and place music or narration on a separate track. Adjust their volume levels so speech remains clear, use short fades where needed, and listen through the full mix before export.
How do I record a voiceover or computer sound?
Open the recording panel, select an available microphone in Devices, and use Recording computer sound when you also need Mac playback. Timeline Mute controls whether existing timeline material is heard during recording. Make a short test and listen to it before recording the full narration.
What is the difference between aspect ratio, crop, and resolution?
Aspect ratio is the shape of the project, such as 16:9. Crop selects which part of a source picture remains visible. Export resolution sets the output pixel dimensions. Match the project shape to the destination, crop only when needed, and choose an appropriate export resolution.
Does cropping or exporting at a higher resolution improve quality?
No. Cropping removes source pixels, and a larger output resolution does not create detail that the source never had. Preserve useful source resolution, avoid unnecessary enlargement, choose a suitable quality setting, and inspect the exported file rather than relying only on the editor preview.
Can I blur a moving face or private detail?
Use Add Mosaic to position a region over the detail and preview the entire affected scene. The supplied interface shows adjustable regions, not an automatic face-tracking workflow. Split the scene and adjust coverage where necessary, then inspect the exported result for uncovered frames.
Which formats can I export?
The illustrated Video export tab lists MP4, AVI, WMV, MKV, MOV, and GIF. A separate Audio tab is available for sound-only output. Choose the output name and folder, set quality and resolution, and click Export. The 1280 x 720 value in the screenshot is an example, not a required setting.
Is Video Editor Pro for Mac free?
A Mac trial download is available; check the installed trial for its current export and registration limits. This guide links to the Mac purchase page and shows its $59.95 lifetime option. Download the .pkg installer for macOS rather than the Windows installer.
