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Start a new timeline in invideo’s editor.
Time-lapse Video Maker
Turn a long recording into a short time-lapse with invideo’s editor. Speed through a drawing, a cooking process or a changing scene, then refine the timing on your timeline. Start with footage you already have.
How to make a time-lapse from a video?
Add your recording
Upload your video and trim it to the process or scene you want to show.
Speed up the action
Increase playback speed and preview the result. Keep the important stages easy to follow.
Review and export
Check the opening, ending and soundtrack, then export your time-lapse video.
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Time-lapse Video Maker FAQs
Can I make a time-lapse from a normal video?
Yes. Speeding up an existing recording creates a time-lapse effect. Start with footage that shows a visible change over time.
How fast should my time-lapse be?
Choose the pace around the action. A simple process can move quickly; a detailed demonstration may need more time so viewers can follow each stage.
Is this the same as recording in time-lapse mode?
It creates a similar viewing effect. A camera’s time-lapse mode captures frames at intervals; this workflow speeds up video you have already recorded.
Can I add music to my time-lapse?
Yes. Put music on an audio track and balance it with the rest of your edit. Preview the finished sequence before exporting.