Microsoft Is Rolling Out ‘Clipchamp’ Video Creation Web Tool For Workplaces

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It’s no secret that people are engaging with videos more than ever, but putting pen to paper and animating it is easier said than done. Wish to adopt the medium to draw more eyeballs to your content, but don’t know how a green screen works? Fret not; you can still create, edit, and publish dynamic clips—no prior experience or downloads necessary.

Designed with a user-friendly interface accessible via web browsers, Microsoft’s Clipchamp enables individuals to craft professional-grade videos with ease. The tool is integrated into Microsoft 365, offering a seamless platform to explore creative capabilities.

While previously accessible exclusively through personal Microsoft accounts, the company has announced that Clipchamp is now extending its reach to Microsoft 365 commercial customers through the Targeted release program. This expansion aims to optimize productivity at work by facilitating effortless video creation.

The company describes Clipchamp as the Microsoft Word or PowerPoint for video content. With an intuitive drag-and-drop interface in the in-browser video editor, commercial users can easily perform tasks like trimming unwanted footage, merging videos, and cropping edges without disrupting the existing rhythm of work.

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In professional contexts, these tools could help users explain complex concepts to orientate new team members, deliver updates to clients, and add flair to their company newsletters.

The app’s multitrack editing timeline provides a clear view of how various elements intersect within the video, from images and text to audio components, and adjusting their timing is a simple endeavor.

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Professional users can also enhance videos with filters, effects, text overlays, and transitions. Notably, Clipchamp offers a green screen filter that adapts backgrounds to fit various professional environments.

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Since Clipchamp is integrated in the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, exporting projects is also pretty straightforward. “The videos you export from Clipchamp can be shared through Microsoft Stream, embedded and played in Microsoft Teams, in emails with Outlook, and on Microsoft Viva Engage, seamlessly modernizing your workflows,” explains the company. You can also share work within and outside the organization via OneDrive, SharePoint, and Microsoft Stream.

Starting in late August 2023, Clipchamp will roll out to commercial customers through Targeted release. Those who have opted for Targeted release will gain early access to Clipchamp in their Microsoft 365 accounts. IT administrators can opt-in for their organization, ensuring a smooth transition to this innovative tool.

[via Microsoft]