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How to Easily Slow Down Your Videos

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Sign Up and Import Your Video
Sign up for Descript and create a new project. Simply drag and drop your video into the project window to get started. This intuitive process ensures you can quickly begin editing and slowing down your video with ease.
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Adjust Clip Speed and Duration
After the upload completes, navigate to the "Layer" option on the right-hand panel. Adjust the clip speed under "Duration" by either dragging in the "Speed" and "Duration" boxes or typing a specific multiplier. This allows you to precisely control how much you want to slow down your video.
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Publish and Export Your Optimized Video
When ready, click 'Publish' and navigate to the 'Export' tab. Here, you can post or download your optimized video. Configure your export settings to your preference and click 'Export' to save the video to your desired location. This ensures your slowed-down video is ready for sharing or further use.

Effortlessly Slow Down Videos for Detailed Analysis

Adjust frame rate & playback speed
Need to slow down your video for detailed analysis or better comprehension? Descript's adjust frame rate & playback speed feature lets you fine-tune your video's speed effortlessly. Perfect for tutorials, presentations, or any content requiring precise control over playback.
Apply slow motion, time lapse, and other video effects
Enhance your video content effortlessly with Descript's slow motion, time lapse, and other video effects. Whether you're aiming to emphasize key moments or create dynamic visual narratives, Descript provides the tools to adjust video speed seamlessly. Achieve professional-quality results and captivate your audience with ease.
Text-based video editing that saves you hours
Descript's text-based video editing lets you slow down video effortlessly. By editing the transcript, you can adjust playback speed without complex software. Save hours on meticulous frame-by-frame edits and focus on perfecting your content. Achieve precise control over your video’s pacing with just a few clicks.

More than a Video Speed Controller

Descript is an AI-powered audio and video editing tool that lets you edit podcasts and videos like a doc.

Collaboration
Collaborate seamlessly with team members to slow down videos, ensuring everyone can contribute and refine the final product together.
Screen recording
Effortlessly record your screen with Descript, then slow down the video for detailed analysis or instructional purposes.
Captions & subtitles
Effortlessly add captions and subtitles to your slowed-down videos, enhancing accessibility and viewer engagement with Descript's intuitive tools.
Text-based editing
Effortlessly slow down video by editing text, making precise adjustments without complex software or technical skills.

Don’t just take our word for it

With a 4.6-out-of-5-star rating and a bunch of distinctions on G2, Descript’s users have declared it an industry standard in the video and podcasting world.

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“With Descript I'll be able to at least double my content output since editing is taking one-quarter the time it used to.”

Donna B.

“With Descript we can create videos for our YouTube channel and our LinkedIn page much faster and with high quality.”

Balázs N.

“Descript has made cleaning up and creating my educational videos into professional presentations [possible] without needing extensive technical computer skills.”

Barbara C.

“Descript makes recording and editing audio and video a breeze. It's advanced features have streamlined my workflows, saving me a lot of time usually spent editing.”

Roderick F.

“The collaborative tools streamline teamwork, allowing my team and me to work efficiently together on projects. Overall, Descript enhances productivity and simplifies the editing process.”

Aldrich M.

“Transcription based editing makes the process much faster…All in all, a must have editor for most audiences, especially in SaaS marketing.”

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Questions? We have answers

What video formats are supported when using the Slow Down Video tool in Descript?
Descript's Slow Down Video tool supports a wide range of video formats, including MP4, MOV, AVI, and MKV. This ensures compatibility with most video files, allowing users to easily import and edit their videos without worrying about format restrictions.
Can I adjust the speed of specific sections of the video using the Slow Down Video feature?
Yes, you can adjust the speed of specific sections of your video using the Slow Down Video feature. Simply select the segment you want to modify, and apply the desired speed adjustment to achieve the perfect pacing for your content.
What pricing plans does Descript offer for individuals and teams?
Descript offers flexible pricing plans for both individuals and teams. Individuals can choose from the Free, Creator, and Pro plans, while teams can opt for the Enterprise plan, which includes advanced collaboration features and custom pricing. For more details, visit the Descript Pricing page.
Does Descript provide any collaboration features for team projects?
Yes, Descript offers robust collaboration features for team projects. Team members can edit, comment, and share feedback in real-time, ensuring seamless communication and efficient workflow. This makes it easy to work together on video and audio projects, regardless of location.