Do you want to learn how to add elements to your videos using Pictory? Let's walk you through the steps.
There are four types of elements you can add to a video on Pictory, grouped under four tabs: Featured Shapes, Stickers, GIFs, and Emojis. You will find each element under its respective tab.
How to add Featured shapes
On the storyboard, go to 'Elements' on the left-hand menu.
Select the first tab labeled 'Featured'. There are two types of Featured elements: Basic shapes and other elements.
Browse through the list of shapes by scrolling along the tab.
When you find an element you like, click on it to apply it to the current scene. You can click on another scene on the scene strip to switch scenes and apply your element to another scene.
Once applied, click on the element on the scene preview on the right side of your screen to view quick actions, where you will find options to duplicate, copy to all scenes, and delete.
Use the toolbar options at the top of the viewport to modify the style of your elements, such as color, outline, opacity, and more.
How to add other Stickers, GIFs and Emojis
On the storyboard, go to 'Elements' on the left-hand menu.
Select any of the tabs labeled Stickers, GIFs, or Emojis.
Browse through the list of elements or search for your desired element using the respective search bar by entering a keyword. (Search for stickers under the 'Sticker' tab, GIFs under the 'GIFs' tab, and emojis under the 'Emojis' tab.)
When you find an element you like, click on it to apply it to the current scene. You can click on another scene on the scene strip to switch scenes and apply your element to another scene.
Once applied, click on the element on the scene preview on the right side of your screen to view quick actions, where you will find options to duplicate, copy to all scenes, and delete.
Use the toolbar options at the top of the viewport to modify the style of your elements, such as color, outline, opacity, and more.
Elements are resizable and draggable. You can move them to any part of the scene and use the scale option to adjust the size of the element to your liking.
And that's how you add elements to your video!